264827 Using Point-of-Care Diagnostic Strategies to Advance Elimination of Hepatitis C Infection

The Department of Public Health is seeking proposals to support the enhancement and expansion of hepatitis C virus (HCV) testing and linkage to curative treatment in high-impact healthcare and social service settings. The selected agencies will be awarded $104,670 to purchase the Cepheid GeneXpert system, test cartridges, controls, and testing supplies. The project aims to use point-of-care diagnostic strategies to advance the elimination of HCV infection. Key aspects of the project include: • The use of a test system that enables diagnosis of current HCV infection at point-of-care (POC) • The purchase of the Cepheid GeneXpert system, test cartridges, controls, and testing supplies • The provision of resources to support 3 awards, approximately $34,000 per selected agency • The project duration is from 04/01/2026 to 06/30/2027