Strengthening Global Health Security: Partnering for GHSA Implementation in Senegal

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has released a forecasted Notice of Funding Opportunity titled Strengthening Global Health Security: Partnering for GHSA Implementation in Senegal. This cooperative agreement is part of the CDC’s ongoing commitment to supporting international public health systems, with a focus on implementing the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA). The GHSA is an international effort to build capacities to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats. Through this program, the CDC seeks to partner with implementing organizations to strengthen Senegal’s ability to manage public health emergencies effectively. The primary purpose of this funding opportunity is to enhance Senegal’s public health infrastructure with a comprehensive approach that integrates community-based surveillance, laboratory system strengthening, and workforce development. These areas are essential for building sustainable systems that can address infectious disease threats at both national and local levels. The initiative emphasizes cross-sectoral collaboration and encourages innovative approaches that improve public health security and resilience. It also supports efforts to align Senegal’s strategies with broader global health frameworks. The scope of funding allows implementing partners to develop activities that improve surveillance networks, expand laboratory diagnostic capabilities, and strengthen the skills of public health professionals. The cooperative agreement structure means that CDC will provide substantial involvement in the implementation process, ensuring technical guidance and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. Awardees are expected to work in close coordination with government agencies in Senegal, as well as local and international stakeholders, to create sustainable improvements. The opportunity anticipates funding four awards under the Assistance Listing 93.318, with a total program funding estimate of $5,000,000. The cooperative agreements are expected to begin on September 30, 2026, following award notifications on August 31, 2026. Applications must be submitted electronically by January 2, 2026, no later than 11:59 PM Eastern Time. The estimated posting date for the full application package is November 3, 2025. The forecast indicates no cost sharing or matching requirement, which makes the funding more accessible to a wide range of potential applicants. Eligibility for this opportunity is broad, encompassing U.S. state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status, public and private higher education institutions, small businesses, for-profit entities, school districts, housing authorities, and tribal organizations. This unrestricted eligibility framework ensures that a wide variety of organizations with relevant expertise can apply. However, applicants should carefully review the forthcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity for any additional eligibility clarifications or conditions. For more information, applicants may contact the grantor representative, Broderick Yoerg, at 303-234-0666 or via email at DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov. The funding opportunity is currently in forecast status, meaning applicants should monitor Grants.gov for the official posting and complete application instructions. Key dates to keep in mind include the estimated posting date of November 3, 2025, the application due date of January 2, 2026, the award date of August 31, 2026, and the project start date of September 30, 2026. This timeline provides prospective applicants with several months to prepare competitive submissions once the NOFO is officially released.