[Centers for Disease Control-GHC](https://www.cdc.gov/)

February 17, 2026 (Forecasted)

Approx. $9,000,000 total funding for Year 1; up to 2 awards; actual award ceiling not specified.

Supports modernization and expansion of HIV health information systems in Malawi to improve care quality and health outcomes under PEPFAR.

This is a forecasted opportunity; details and deadlines may change.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, offered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) under PEPFAR, aims to further strengthen and modernize Malawi’s HIV health information systems (HIS). The focus is on supporting the Ministry of Health (MOH) to enhance the reliability, security, and interoperability of HIV data systems at facility, district, and national levels. The initiative includes building and maintaining HIS infrastructure, improving data exchange and patient management, and introducing sustainable technologies, all targeted toward better health outcomes and more effective HIV surveillance and reporting. Efforts are intended to: - Strengthen existing data systems and infrastructure. - Improve security standards (ISO). - Enhance data accuracy, reliability, and timeliness. - Improve interoperability and data sharing. - Support patient records management and program monitoring. - Build MOH capacity and user support services for HIS. - Promote sustainable, government-owned, and integrated HIS solutions. --- ## Due Dates - Application Due Date: February 17, 2026 (electronically submitted by 11:59 pm ET) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding for Year 1: Approx. $9,000,000 (subject to availability) - Expected number of awards: 2 - Award ceiling and floor: Not specified (see official notice for updates) - Funding Instrument: Cooperative Agreement --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State, county, city, and township governments - Special district governments - Public and State-controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Independent school districts - Native American tribal governments and organizations - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status) - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - Unrestricted (open to all entities as listed above) --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360717). - Review the forecasted opportunity for updates and prepare materials in line with CDC and PEPFAR requirements. - No cost sharing or matching requirement. - Monitor the [program page](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360717) for updates on deadlines and application materials. --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted opportunity; details, deadlines, and requirements may change. - Focus is on sustainable, government-owned, and secure health information systems for HIV/AIDS program monitoring and improvement. - The anticipated project start date is September 30, 2026. --- ## External Links - [Opportunity Forecast on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360717) - [CDC Global Health Center](https://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth/index.html) - [PEPFAR](https://www.state.gov/pepfar/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Description | |---------------------------|-------------------------------|----------------------| | DGHT NOFOs | pepfarfoas@cdc.gov | General inquiries |

Improving quality of care and health outcomes through innovative systems and technologies in Malawi under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)

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