[Centers for Disease Control-GHC](https://www.cdc.gov/global-health/about/index.html)

April 8, 2025 (Forecasted)

Estimated total program funding: $25,000,000 | Expected number of awards: 3 | Award ceiling/floor not specified

Supports strengthening global laboratory systems for biorisk management, diagnostics, pathogen sequencing, and workforce development to address global health threats.

Forecasted opportunity; prior CDC-RFA-GH20-2109 recipients may expand to additional countries.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to protect and improve public health globally by strengthening multisectoral laboratory systems. The program focuses on: - Enhancing public health laboratory systems and quality management - Improving the laboratory workforce - Advancing biorisk management practices - Reinforcing emergency laboratory preparedness, aligned with the 7-1-7 outbreak response paradigm - Expanding diagnostic capacity, including rapid tests for low-resource settings and genomic sequencing for pathogens with pandemic potential Special consideration is given to applicants previously funded under CDC-RFA-GH20-2109 who propose to expand efforts in additional countries. --- ## Due Dates - **Forecasted Application Due Date:** April 8, 2025 (electronically submitted applications must be received by 11:59 pm ET) - **Estimated Award Date:** August 29, 2025 - **Estimated Project Start Date:** September 30, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - **Estimated Total Program Funding:** $25,000,000 - **Expected Number of Awards:** 3 - **Award Ceiling/Floor:** Not specified - **Funding Instrument:** Cooperative Agreement - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) - For-profit organizations (other than small businesses) - Small businesses - County, city, township, and special district governments - Independent school districts - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Unrestricted (open to any type of entity listed above) There are no additional eligibility restrictions noted. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically by the due date via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356094). - Review the full forecast and prepare required documentation as outlined in the official opportunity listing. - For questions or clarifications, contact the grantor (see Contact Information below). --- ## Additional Information - This is a **forecasted opportunity**; details may be updated when the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is released. - Laboratories previously funded under CDC-RFA-GH20-2109 are encouraged to apply for expanded activities, especially in new countries. - The program aligns with global health security priorities and the 7-1-7 outbreak response paradigm. --- ## External Links - [CDC-GHC Funder Page](https://www.cdc.gov/global-health/about/index.html) - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356094) - [Assistance Listing 93.318](https://sam.gov/content/assistance-listings) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |----------------|------------------------------------|---------------| | Shana Eatman | [DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov](mailto:DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov) | 770-488-3933 | | CDC Info | [Media@cdc.gov](mailto:Media@cdc.gov) | (800)-232-4636| ---

Strengthening multisectoral global laboratory systems to safely and accurately mitigate biorisks, deploy diagnostics, and sequence pathogens to detect, prevent and respond to global health threats

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