Department of Defense HIV/AIDS Prevention Program

The Department of Defense HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP), operating under the Defense Health Agency and supported by the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), has issued a funding opportunity titled "Department of Defense HIV/AIDS Prevention Program." This initiative seeks to support military-specific HIV/AIDS programming in foreign countries, with a focus on controlling the HIV epidemic and building sustainable military health systems. DHAPP serves as the Department of Defense's implementing agency within the broader PEPFAR infrastructure and works collaboratively with other U.S. government entities and international organizations. The Angola-specific initiative calls for proposals to partner with the Angolan Armed Forces (FAA) to transition ownership and operation of HIV-related services to the Angolan military, following a strategic and measurable plan aligned with national and international targets. The program's purpose is multifaceted, encompassing HIV prevention, testing, care, and treatment services for the military and their beneficiaries, with integrated support for tuberculosis (TB) and malaria. DHAPP’s goals align with UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets for HIV diagnosis, treatment, and viral suppression, along with TB prevention benchmarks. The Angola initiative is guided by the America First Global Health Strategy, which emphasizes reducing inefficiencies, promoting sustainable systems, and ensuring U.S. foreign assistance translates into measurable security and health gains. All activities must correspond to any existing Memorandum of Understanding between the U.S. Department of State and Angola, with specific attention to transitioning services away from U.S. support by the end of the performance period. Funding for this opportunity totals an estimated $8.3 million over four years, with specific allocation breakdowns detailed in the Angola country narrative. Allowable expenses include direct service delivery, laboratory diagnostics, supply chain and data system strengthening, and personnel support. However, expenses such as World AIDS Day events, promotional materials (e.g., t-shirts, flyers), and payments to active-duty foreign military personnel are prohibited. A mandatory Statement of Work (SOW) and detailed transition milestones must accompany each proposal, specifying timelines for increasing military-led service delivery and ownership. Eligible applicants include academic institutions, NGOs (including faith-based organizations), and private industry. Foreign military establishments are ineligible to apply directly but must be actively engaged and supportive of the proposal. A letter of support from the in-country military is required. All applicants must be registered in SAM.gov and submit proposals via Grants.gov by the stated deadline. For Angola, the submission deadline is 12:00 p.m. EST on May 15, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical approach, management capacity, and alignment with strategic U.S. and PEPFAR health goals. Reviewers will consider program relevance, clarity of milestones, coordination with the Angolan military, and the capacity to transition services sustainably. Awards will be issued as cooperative agreements and will involve active oversight from DHAPP, including data reporting and compliance with quality assurance protocols. Contacts for program-related questions include Dr. Braden Hale (DHAPP Division Chief) and Ebony Simmons (DHACA Grants Officer). Notifications will be sent via email and awards are expected to begin after the current review cycle concludes. The period of performance is four years, and the program is expected to continue accepting applications until September 18, 2027.

Detail transition milestones early; avoid general verbs like "support" in work plans; ensure no restricted costs like event materials or military salaries are included.