[Food and Drug Administration](https://www.fda.gov/)

Forecasted: July 21, 2025 (estimated)

Up to $3,000,000 total; up to 2 awards; no cost sharing required

Supports research to understand and address drug shortages and health fraud, focusing on the role of outsourcing facilities in stabilizing the drug supply chain.

This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are estimates.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to enhance the understanding of the landscape of drug shortage products, with particular attention to those susceptible to health fraud. The program seeks to identify how outsourcing facilities can address drug shortages and strengthen the supply chain. Funding will support research and development by outsourcing facilities to mitigate persistent shortages, increase the supply of critical medications, and stabilize the drug supply chain to prevent health fraud. --- ## Due Dates - Forecasted application due date: July 21, 2025 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Total estimated program funding: $3,000,000 - Maximum award per project: $3,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 2 - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Higher education institutions (public, private) - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status) - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - Local, state, county, city/township, and special district governments - Tribal governments and organizations (federally recognized and other) - Federal government agencies and eligible agencies - U.S. territories and possessions - Independent school districts - Public and Indian housing authorities - Faith-based and community-based organizations - Regional organizations **Note:** - Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities and non-domestic components of U.S. organizations are not eligible. - Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed. --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) with application instructions will be published on [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360095). - Prepare to submit a full application package once the opportunity opens. - Monitor the program page for updates regarding the official release and deadlines. --- ## Additional Information - The grant targets research and development to address persistent drug shortages and prevent health fraud by supporting outsourcing facilities. - No cost sharing or matching funds are required. - The opportunity is discretionary and open to a wide range of U.S.-based organizations. --- ## External Links - [FDA Grants and Funding Opportunities](https://www.fda.gov/grants) - [Opportunity Forecast on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360095) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Description | |------------------|----------------------------------|---------------------------------| | Patrick Johnson | patrick.johnson@fda.hhs.gov | Government Email Address |

Reducing Fraud and Lowering Barriers to the Production of Drugs in Shortage by Outsourcing Facilities

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