RFI - - Regional Implementation Science (IS) Research for Improved Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Programs
ID: 355157Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Agency for International Development (USAID)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355157
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) focused on Regional Implementation Science (IS) Research aimed at enhancing Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Programs in West and Central Africa and East and Southern Africa. The RFI seeks insights from interested parties to refine the design of a new initiative that emphasizes local and regional partner leadership in driving SRH research and implementation. This initiative is part of USAID's strategic focus on addressing local research issues critical for effective SRH interventions, with potential future funding opportunities aimed at local research institutes. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses by August 13, 2024, at 5:00 AM EDT, and can contact Safaa Abdelrahim at sabdelrahim@usaid.gov or by phone at 202-430-4998 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Safaa Abdelrahim Grantor
    (202) 430-4998
    sabdelrahim@usaid.gov
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    English
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    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) aimed at gathering insights regarding Regional Implementation Science (IS) Research to enhance Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Programs in West and Central Africa and East and Southern Africa. The aim is to refine the design of a new activity that emphasizes local and regional partner leadership in driving SRH research and implementation. Feedback may lead to further discussions with interested parties, but generic capability statements are discouraged. USAID is not soliciting technical or cost applications at this stage and clearly states that responding to this RFI does not guarantee any advantages in future funding opportunities. The responses will be used for informational and planning purposes only and will be handled accordingly if marked proprietary. The proposed activity reflects USAID’s strategic focus on local and contextual research issues critical for driving SRH initiatives effectively. Pending funding, two awards are being considered for local research institutes specifically addressing relevant regional needs while connecting to global SRH research agendas.
    French
    French.pdf
    The USAID has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding regional implementation science research to enhance sexual and reproductive health (SRH) programs, specifically targeting stakeholders in West and Central Africa and East and Southern Africa. Scheduled for release on July 16, 2024, and closing on August 13, 2024, this RFI seeks insights to guide the design of a new initiative under the Annual Program Statement (APS) numbered 7200AA19APS00013. USAID aims to strengthen local and regional partnerships in research, care, and capacity-building in SRH. It encourages focused feedback rather than generic capability statements, clarifying that responses do not confer funding advantages. Responses are meant for information and planning purposes only and are not calls for proposals. The RFI emphasizes confidentiality for proprietary information and the absence of financial compensation for submissions. Investments made by USAID’s Bureau of Population and Reproductive Health (PRH) aim to address gaps in data related to SRH, improve policy and program effectiveness, and enhance access to SRH services. Future funding opportunities will focus on local research that addresses specific context-related questions while remaining relevant globally. This initiative underlines the importance of localized data for impactful SRH interventions and supports USAID's broader mission of promoting health equity and informed choice in reproductive health.
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