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

February 17, 2026

Approx. $5,000,000 total for Year 1; up to 2 awards; award ceiling not specified

Supports strengthening Eswatini's national laboratory and HIV monitoring systems for an efficient, resilient, and self-reliant response to HIV, TB, and related public health threats.

Forecasted opportunity; dates and details subject to change.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to enhance the capacity of the Kingdom of Eswatini to respond to HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and related public health threats by strengthening national laboratory systems and epidemiologic monitoring. The program focuses on improving diagnostic network operations, optimizing sample referral systems, advancing interoperability of laboratory and clinical information systems, and ensuring testing quality through proficiency testing and certification. Additionally, it seeks to build the capacity of the Ministry of Health and other government entities for effective HIV and TB epidemic monitoring, with the goal of establishing self-reliant systems, policies, and a skilled workforce capable of preparing for and responding to public health signals. --- ## Due Dates - Application Due Date: February 17, 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Approximate total funding for Year 1: $5,000,000 (subject to availability of funds) - Expected number of awards: 2 - Award ceiling and floor: Not specified - Funding Instrument: Cooperative Agreement --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State, county, city, or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and State-controlled institutions of higher education - Federally recognized Native American tribal governments - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) - Private institutions of higher education - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - Unrestricted (open to any entity unless otherwise specified) --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360761) by 11:59 pm ET on the due date. - Carefully review the program guidance and eligibility requirements. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - Prepare all required documentation as outlined in the funding announcement. --- ## Additional Information - The opportunity is currently forecasted, and details (including deadlines and funding amounts) may change. - The program is part of the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) initiatives. - The focus is on capacity building and sustainability for national laboratory and disease monitoring systems in Eswatini. --- ## External Links - [Funding Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360761) - [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Global Health Center](https://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Title | Email | Description | |-------------------------|-----------------------------------------|-------------------------------------| | CDC PEPFAR FOA Support | pepfarfoas@cdc.gov | General inquiries and NOFO support |

Strengthening national laboratory and HIV epidemiologic monitoring capacities and systems to enhance an efficient, resilient and self-reliant response to HIV, TB and related public health threats in the Kingdom of Eswatini under PEPFAR

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