Advancing Diagnostic Network Optimization, Stepwise Laboratory Accreditation, and Integrated One Health Specimen Transport in Liberia
ID: 353429Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Centers for Disease Control-GHC (HHS-CDC-GHC)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353429
Timeline
    Description

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Advancing Diagnostic Network Optimization, Stepwise Laboratory Accreditation, and Integrated One Health Specimen Transport in Liberia." This initiative aims to enhance public health laboratory capabilities in Liberia by optimizing diagnostic networks, integrating specimen transport systems, and investing in laboratory diagnostic technology and workforce development. The program reflects a commitment to strengthening Liberia's public health infrastructure, with a total estimated funding of $17.5 million available for three core components over a five-year project period starting September 30, 2024. Interested applicants must submit their proposals electronically by May 28, 2024, and can reach out to the Division of Global Health Protection New NOFO Team at DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov for any inquiries.

    Point(s) of Contact
    DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    JG-24-0134.pdf
    The CDC's Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aims to enhance public health laboratory capabilities in Liberia by advancing diagnostic network optimization and integrating specimen transport systems. This multi-component initiative, titled "Advancing Diagnostic Network Optimization, Stepwise Laboratory Accreditation, and Integrated One Health Specimen Transport in Liberia," is part of the CDC’s support since 2015 for Liberia’s public health infrastructure. The funding will focus on three core components: laboratory diagnostic technology and workforce investment; optimization and integration of diagnostic networks; and establishment of reliable specimen transport systems. Participants can apply for one or multiple components, emphasizing their organizational strengths while ensuring coordination among recipients. Additionally, the NOFO outlines eligibility criteria and a structured review process to assess applications. Emergency response components for both small-scale and large-scale public health crises are also incorporated, albeit unfunded initially. The total funding for each core component varies, with a project period spanning five years starting September 30, 2024. Key dates include an application deadline set for May 28, 2024. This funding opportunity reflects a commitment to collaborating with Liberia’s health programs to address public health priorities effectively.
    Similar Opportunities
    Supporting sustainable, accessible, integrated and quality laboratory systems for HIV/TB and related health threats in the Republic of Kenya under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)
    Centers for Disease Control-GHC
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aimed at strengthening sustainable, accessible, and integrated laboratory systems for HIV and tuberculosis (TB) in the Republic of Kenya under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The primary objective is to enhance diagnostic capabilities and public health outcomes by providing technical assistance to the Ministry of Health, county governments, and PEPFAR-funded partners, thereby ensuring universal access to high-quality diagnostic services. This initiative is crucial for supporting Kenya's healthcare system and achieving the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets, which focus on universal health coverage and epidemic control. The funding amount is approximately $6 million for the first year, with applications due by February 20, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Emily Dale at pepfarfoas@cdc.gov for further information.
    Strengthening and modernizing sustainable public health systems and workforce in Uganda for data science, informatics, surveys, and surveillance for timely, accurate, and integrated data for action under PEPFAR
    Centers for Disease Control-GHC
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aimed at strengthening and modernizing sustainable public health systems and workforce in Uganda, specifically for data science, informatics, surveys, and surveillance under the PEPFAR initiative. The program seeks to enhance data infrastructure and healthcare response capabilities, focusing on integrated health data systems to support strategic decision-making and improve epidemic intelligence for HIV and related health programs. With an anticipated funding amount of approximately $20 million for the first year, eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations, and applications are due by February 18, 2025. Interested parties can contact Emily Dale at pepfarfoas@cdc.gov for further information.
    Strengthening the Botswana Ministry of Health (MOH) laboratory and health systems through technical assistance (TA) to effectively manage and sustain a quality HIV/TB program in Botswana under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)
    Centers for Disease Control-GHC
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a funding opportunity aimed at strengthening the Botswana Ministry of Health (MOH) laboratory and health systems to effectively manage and sustain a quality HIV/TB program under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The initiative focuses on enhancing laboratory diagnostics, quality management systems, and outbreak management capabilities, with an emphasis on building sustainable health systems that can adapt to evolving public health challenges. This funding opportunity, with an estimated total of $3 million for the first year, is open to various organizations, including government entities and nonprofits, provided the project is conducted in Botswana. Applications are due by February 19, 2025, and interested parties can contact Emily Dale at pepfarfoas@cdc.gov for further information.
    Strengthening India’s integrated HIV/STI tiered laboratory network through continuous quality improvement, surveillance, and laboratory data management under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)
    Centers for Disease Control-GHC
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a funding opportunity aimed at strengthening India's integrated HIV/STI laboratory network through continuous quality improvement, surveillance, and laboratory data management under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The initiative focuses on optimizing diagnostic networks, expanding viral load testing, achieving ISO accreditation, and enhancing patient-centered testing approaches to address health disparities within the country. This program is crucial for improving laboratory capacities and ensuring timely diagnosis, ultimately enhancing health outcomes for vulnerable populations in India. Interested applicants, including governmental entities, educational institutions, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations, must submit their applications by February 25, 2025, with an anticipated funding amount of $1 million for the first year, subject to performance and availability of funds. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Emily Dale at pepfarfoas@cdc.gov.
    Advancing national epidemiologic, surveillance, research and laboratory capacities and systems to support a sustainable and resilient response to HIV/TB and related public health threats in the Kingdom of Eswatini under PEPFAR
    Centers for Disease Control-GHC
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a funding opportunity aimed at enhancing national epidemiologic, surveillance, research, and laboratory capacities in the Kingdom of Eswatini to support a sustainable response to HIV, tuberculosis, and related public health threats under the PEPFAR initiative. The program seeks to partner with the Government of Eswatini to strengthen public health systems, focusing on areas such as outbreak detection, epidemic modeling, and laboratory service improvements. With an estimated total funding of $5.5 million for the first year and the potential for one to two awards over a five-year period, eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations operating within Eswatini. Interested parties must submit their applications by March 5, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Emily Dale at pepfarfoas@cdc.gov.
    Strengthening comprehensive HIV and TB services and health systems in high-burden areas of Namibia under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)
    Centers for Disease Control-GHC
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aimed at strengthening comprehensive HIV and tuberculosis (TB) services in high-burden areas of Namibia under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The initiative seeks to enhance facility- and community-based service delivery for HIV and TB, support the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) in program oversight, and improve health systems through data-driven approaches and resource mobilization. This funding opportunity is crucial for addressing the high incidence of HIV and TB in Namibia, with an estimated total funding of $15 million available for the first year, potentially awarding 1-3 projects over a five-year period. Applications are due by February 19, 2025, and interested parties can contact Emily Dale at pepfarfoas@cdc.gov for further information.
    Sustaining HIV and TB epidemic control in Lesotho through health system strengthening and technical assistance under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)
    Centers for Disease Control-GHC
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aimed at sustaining HIV and TB epidemic control in Lesotho through health system strengthening and technical assistance under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The initiative focuses on implementing evidence-based interventions in four targeted districts—Leribe, Berea, Quthing, and Qacha’s Nek—to achieve the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets while addressing critical public health challenges such as high new infections among young women and inadequate service delivery to key populations. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, nonprofits, and foreign entities, with a total expected funding of $15 million for Year 1, and applications are due by February 20, 2025. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Emily Dale at pepfarfoas@cdc.gov.
    Building capacity along the continuum from prevention to care and treatment in the Central American region under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)
    Centers for Disease Control-GHC
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a funding opportunity aimed at enhancing the capacity for HIV prevention, diagnosis, and treatment in Central American countries under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). This initiative seeks to address critical gaps in health services across El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama, with a focus on achieving the 10-10-10 prevention objectives and the 95-95-95 care targets by 2030. Eligible applicants, including government entities, NGOs, and foreign organizations, are encouraged to develop comprehensive strategies for HIV prevention and treatment, while also enhancing the skills of healthcare workers through training and quality improvement initiatives. The application deadline is February 24, 2025, with an estimated total funding of $20 million for the first year and two awards anticipated. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Emily Dale at pepfarfoas@cdc.gov.
    Capacity building and technical assistance for sustainable community-led monitoring (CLM) of HIV services in Sierra Leone (SL) under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)
    Centers for Disease Control-GHC
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a funding opportunity for capacity building and technical assistance in sustainable community-led monitoring (CLM) of HIV services in Sierra Leone under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The initiative aims to strengthen CLM systems to enhance the national HIV response, improve service delivery, and enhance client experiences for individuals living with HIV. This cooperative agreement, with an estimated funding amount of $350,000 for the first year, emphasizes collaboration with community actors, healthcare providers, and government stakeholders to ensure data-driven decision-making and sustainability of efforts. Applications are due by February 25, 2025, and interested parties can contact Emily Dale at pepfarfoas@cdc.gov for further information.
    Improving quality of care and health outcomes through innovative systems and technologies in Malawi under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)
    Centers for Disease Control-GHC
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aimed at improving healthcare quality and health outcomes in Malawi under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The initiative seeks to enhance Malawi's health information systems (HIS) for HIV management by strengthening data reliability, improving patient record management, and ensuring interoperability across healthcare systems. This funding is critical for modernizing HIS, integrating innovative technologies, and enhancing the capacity of the Ministry of Health to effectively manage and utilize these systems. Interested applicants, including public, private, and nonprofit organizations, must submit their proposals by February 21, 2025, with an estimated total funding amount of $7 million available for cooperative agreements. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Emily Dale at pepfarfoas@cdc.gov.