Enhancing Capacity Accelerating Sustainability of Public Health Systems in India to Prevent, Detect and Respond to Infectious Disease Outbreaks and Other Public Health Emergencies

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, through its Global Health Center, has forecasted a funding opportunity titled Enhancing Capacity and Accelerating Sustainability of Public Health Systems in India to Prevent, Detect and Respond to Infectious Disease Outbreaks and Other Public Health Emergencies. This cooperative agreement is part of the United States Department of Health and Human Services’ ongoing efforts to support the Global Health Security Agenda and strengthen international public health systems. It is specifically aimed at bolstering India’s capacity to address infectious disease threats and other public health emergencies in alignment with international health regulations. The purpose of this notice of funding opportunity is to work in partnership with the Government of India to enhance the country’s preparedness and sustainability in responding to emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases. The program seeks to control disease outbreaks at their source and reduce the potential impact of public health threats. Through this funding, the CDC will help accelerate the transition of U.S.-supported initiatives to Indian national institutions, ensuring that capacities built under earlier projects are institutionalized within India’s own systems. Funding will be directed toward strengthening India’s health systems across five primary areas: workforce development, disease surveillance, laboratory systems, emergency preparedness and response, and antimicrobial resistance. The cooperative agreement will involve collaboration with several Indian government and research bodies including the National Centre for Disease Control, National Health Mission, Indian Council of Medical Research, National Disaster Management Authority, National Institute of Disaster Management, and the All India Institute of Medical Sciences. The project emphasizes the One Health approach, which integrates human, animal, and environmental health to address threats holistically. This opportunity falls under the assistance listing 93.318, Protecting and Improving Health Globally, and anticipates up to two awards with an estimated total program funding of five million dollars. The forecast indicates that the estimated posting date for the full notice is November 3, 2025, with applications due January 2, 2026, no later than 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Award decisions are expected by August 31, 2026, with funded projects beginning September 30, 2026. The opportunity is forecasted and not yet open for application submission. No cost sharing or matching requirement is associated with this program. Eligibility for this cooperative agreement is broad, encompassing a wide range of potential applicants. Eligible entities include U.S.-based and international state governments, local governments such as counties and municipalities, special district governments, Native American tribal governments and organizations, independent school districts, public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations both with and without 501(c)(3) status, public housing authorities, small businesses, and other for-profit organizations. The eligibility list indicates that this program is open to a diverse set of organizations capable of contributing to its public health objectives. Application materials will need to be submitted electronically through the designated federal portal by the due date. While the forecast does not provide application questions or specific evaluation criteria, applicants can expect the process to involve a competitive review to assess technical approach, capacity, partnerships, and sustainability plans. Given the cooperative agreement structure, recipients will work closely with CDC staff to ensure alignment with program objectives and public health priorities. Applicants seeking more information are encouraged to contact the grant officer, Broderick Yoerg, at 404-234-0666 or via email at DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov. These points of contact will provide clarifications once the final notice of funding opportunity is posted. Interested applicants should monitor Grants.gov for updates and prepare to align their proposals with the objectives of global health security, sustainability, and collaboration with Indian institutions. The forecasted opportunity provides advance notice to allow sufficient time for interested organizations to organize partnerships, gather documentation, and design proposals that meet the outlined program goals.