Improving global health security in C�te d'Ivoire to stop the spread of infectious disease

This CDC Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) seeks cooperative‑agreement partners to strengthen Global Health Security in Côte d’Ivoire. Awardees will work with the Ivorian Ministry of Health and other government bodies to (1) improve prevention of avoidable epidemics, (2) enhance early detection and reporting of emerging public‑health threats, and (3) boost rapid response capacity for infectious disease outbreaks of international concern. Two awards are anticipated, with total estimated funding of $5 million. Eligible entities include a broad range of U.S. public and private organizations (state, local, tribal governments, nonprofits, for‑profit firms, higher‑education institutions, and small businesses). Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. ET on 2 Oct 2026. The award is expected to be made by 31 Aug 2026 with project start around 30 Sep 2026. Recipients will be required to submit regular financial and performance reports, adhere to CDC and HHS grant regulations, and cooperate with CDC technical staff throughout the project. • Funding mechanism: Cooperative Agreement (CDC‑GHC) • Total estimated funding: $5 M (≈ $2.5 M per award) • Number of awards: 2 • Eligible applicants: wide‑open (state, local, tribal, nonprofit, for‑profit, higher‑ed, small business) • Key deliverables: epidemic prevention plans, surveillance systems, response protocols, data‑management and reporting frameworks • Reporting: quarterly/annual financial and performance reports, final close‑out reporting • Timeline: Application due 2 Oct 2026 → Award 31 Aug 2026 → Project start 30 Sep 2026.