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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): DOD HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP)

What is the DHAPP grant opportunity?

The DOD HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP) grant opportunity supports international efforts to prevent and control HIV/AIDS, with a specific focus on military populations. The overall intent is to strengthen and expand HIV prevention, care, and treatment activities within partner nations' military services while building sustainable capacity to manage HIV as an ongoing public health and force readiness issue.

Who manages DHAPP for the U.S. Department of Defense?

DHAPP is managed for the U.S. Department of Defense by the Naval Health Research Center (NHRC) in San Diego. It operates under oversight of the Navy Surgeon General, and DHAPP serves as the DoD Executive Agent for this work.

What is the main purpose of this opportunity?

The purpose is to strengthen and expand prevention, care, and treatment activities within partner nations' military services and to build sustainable military health capacity to address HIV as a continuing public health issue and a force readiness concern.

Why does the opportunity focus on military populations?

The opportunity specifically emphasizes military populations because they have been widely recognized as being at elevated risk in many settings. The program targets military-specific realities that can increase vulnerability, such as mobility and deployment, separation from families, demographic factors, and occupational and social contexts that affect risk behavior and access to services.

How does DHAPP fit into the broader U.S. Government HIV/AIDS response?

DHAPP operates as part of the broader U.S. Government HIV/AIDS response and works alongside the U.S. Department of State, the Department of Health and Human Services, USAID, and the CDC under the framework of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).

What role does DHAPP play in PEPFAR country coordination?

DoD representatives participate in PEPFAR country teams and technical working groups and contribute to the development of Country Operational Plans (COPs). This is intended to ensure military-focused HIV activities align with national strategies and PEPFAR priorities rather than operating in isolation.

What kinds of partners does DHAPP coordinate with?

DHAPP coordinates with major U.S. and international partners, including U.S. Unified Combatant Commands, UNAIDS, universities, and nongovernmental organizations. This coordination is intended to leverage technical expertise and ensure programs are informed by evidence and local context.

What types of activities can DHAPP support within partner nations' militaries?

DHAPP supports launching new HIV prevention, care, and treatment programs within military services and strengthening existing systems and capabilities. This includes building the ability to monitor outcomes and evaluate what works.

What does it mean that DHAPP concentrates on the "drivers" of the epidemic in military environments?

It means DHAPP emphasizes measurable impact by focusing on factors that are especially relevant to military settings. The opportunity highlights drivers such as mobility and deployment patterns, separation from families, demographic factors, and the social and occupational environments that can influence HIV risk and access to services.

How many countries has DHAPP engaged in HIV/AIDS efforts among military forces?

The description states that DHAPP partnerships have been extensive, with DHAPP having engaged more than 70 countries in efforts to combat HIV/AIDS among their military forces.

What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?

The Funding Opportunity Number is DHAPPBAA08 001.

What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?

The opportunity is associated with CFDA 12.350, listed as the Department of Defense HIV/AIDS Prevention Program.

Is this opportunity labeled as mandatory?

Yes. The opportunity is categorized as "Mandatory" in the announcement information provided.

What funding instruments are available under this opportunity?

The announcement allows multiple possible funding instruments, including cooperative agreements, grants, procurement contracts, and potentially other mechanisms as specified in the full announcement.

Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning it is open to any type of applicant entity. Any additional eligibility clarifications would be contained in the full funding notice.

Is cost sharing or matching required?

No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated in the information provided.

When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?

The posting date is August 13, 2008. The original closing date was September 30, 2008, and the updated closing date was October 31, 2008. The archive date is November 30, 2008.

Which agency is listed as administering this opportunity?

The administering agency is listed as Naval Supply Systems Command.

Where can applicants find the full announcement?

The primary additional information link is through the Grants.gov website, as referenced in the opportunity details.

Who is the government point of contact for questions about accessing the full announcement?

The listed point of contact is Penny Brown, Contracting Officer/Grants Officer. The phone number provided is (619) 532-2365.

What is the stated approach to ensuring DHAPP programs do not operate in isolation?

The opportunity emphasizes collaboration and coordination through participation in PEPFAR country teams and technical working groups, contributions to Country Operational Plans (COPs), and coordination with U.S. and international partners so military-focused HIV activities align with national strategies and PEPFAR priorities.