Description
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Global Health Division is issuing a cooperative‑agreement solicitation to strengthen International Health Regulations (IHR) capacities of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and related sub‑national public‑health institutions. Up to three awards will be made, with a total estimated funding of $25 million, to support health‑system strengthening, workforce management, and multisectoral response capabilities at national and state levels. Applicants must be eligible under a broad set of entity types and submit a full application through Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. ET on 2 Oct 2026. The award is expected to be issued by 31 Aug 2026, with project start around 30 Sep 2026.
• Target audience: NGOs, universities, state/local governments, tribal entities, and for‑profit firms (including small businesses).
• Funding mechanism: Cooperative Agreement (CDC will have substantial involvement).
• Scope of work: Capacity building for IHR implementation, health‑system and workforce development, data‑management and monitoring, technical assistance, and sub‑award oversight.
• Deliverables: Annual and final performance reports, financial reports, data‑management plans, and compliance with CDC and federal regulations.
• Key dates: Posting 08 Aug 2026, application deadline 02 Oct 2026, award decision 31 Aug 2026, project start 30 Sep 2026.