Improving global health security in Cte d'Ivoire through collaboration with local partners

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), operating under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, has announced a forecasted Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) titled "Improving global health security in Côte d'Ivoire through collaboration with local partners." This funding initiative is part of the agency's broader mission to protect and improve global health, and is implemented through its Global Health Center (GHC). This program supports the Global Health Security (GHS) agenda, aiming to strengthen the capacity of partner countries to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats. The NOFO will be funded through cooperative agreements, providing significant federal support and oversight in collaboration with local institutions in Côte d'Ivoire. The primary objective of this opportunity is to enhance public health infrastructure in Côte d'Ivoire, particularly through partnerships with local governmental entities such as Ministries of Health. The NOFO outlines three key outcome areas: improving the prevention of epidemics, enhancing the ability to rapidly detect emerging health threats, and boosting the capacity for swift and effective response to public health emergencies. These efforts are designed to address both naturally occurring outbreaks and intentional or accidental releases of pathogens. The emphasis on early detection and response aligns with global efforts to mitigate the impact of international health crises. The program will be implemented through up to two awards, with a total estimated funding of $5,000,000. While the specific award floor and ceiling are not provided, the NOFO indicates robust investment per recipient. The funding is not subject to cost sharing or matching requirements, which lowers barriers to entry and may increase competitiveness among eligible applicants. The estimated award date is August 31, 2026, with project implementation expected to begin by September 30, 2026. Eligibility for this funding opportunity is broad and inclusive, encompassing a wide range of organizational types. Eligible applicants include independent school districts, local and tribal governments (both recognized and non-recognized), nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), public and private institutions of higher education, small businesses, for-profit entities, public housing authorities, and state governments. The opportunity is classified as "Unrestricted" subject to clarification, indicating a wide applicant pool while allowing for the inclusion of sector-specific considerations during application review. As this is a forecasted NOFO, the estimated posting date is April 24, 2026, with a projected application due date of June 25, 2026. Electronic submissions must be received by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date. No pre-application requirements such as letters of intent or concept papers are mentioned in the forecast, but applicants should monitor the official solicitation when posted for any gating requirements. Awards are anticipated to be announced by the end of August, and selected projects are slated to commence the following month. Contact for this opportunity is Broderick Yoerg, who can be reached at 404.234.0666 or via email at [email protected]. As this is a forecast, applicants are encouraged to check back when the NOFO is officially posted to confirm final details, including application instructions and required forms. This opportunity does not include a direct PDF link in its current version, and prospective applicants should refer to Grants.gov or CDC’s official funding page for updates once the full solicitation becomes available.