Opportunity Information: Apply for CDC RFA GH15 1619
Apply for CDC RFA GH15 1619
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Strengthening Applied Epidemiology and Sustainable International Public Health Capacity through the Field Epidemiology Training Programs" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.318 Protecting and Improving Health Globally Building and Strengthening Public Health Impact, Systems, Capacity and Securit.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 7, 2015 and posted on May 5, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 6, 2015 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 1159 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on the listed application due date.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $300,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $40,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligibility for applying to this FOA is limited to organizations that have an established relationship with Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETPs). Eligible applicants must have a history of experience and collaboration in the following areas Public health networking with the regional or national FETP programs Coordination of epidemiology and surveillance activities within and among FE(L)TP (laboratory) programs in the specified regions African Region, Middle East Region, Central America and South America Region and South East Asia Region Applied epidemiology and disease surveillance
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Opportunity Summary:
This CDC funding opportunity (CDC RFA GH15-1619) focuses on strengthening global public health capacity by improving how Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETPs) work together across countries and regions. The central idea is that better, more routine collaboration and information-sharing among FETPs leads to stronger applied epidemiology in day-to-day public health practice. That includes improving how countries detect, investigate, and respond to both infectious and non-infectious health problems, and how they build resilient systems that can keep functioning over time rather than depending on one-off emergency support.
The project emphasizes building durable networks and practical coordination mechanisms between national and regional FETP programs, public health institutes, Ministries of Health, and related health agencies. The goal is not just training individuals, but strengthening the broader ecosystem that supports surveillance and response: shared best practices, common approaches to outbreak investigation and field methods, peer-to-peer learning, and quicker cross-border communication when threats spread. The opportunity explicitly frames networking and ongoing exchange as essential for controlling public health problems globally, since outbreaks and other health threats routinely cross national boundaries and require coordinated action.
In terms of what gets strengthened, the scope extends beyond traditional epidemiology training. The announcement highlights applied epidemiology and disease surveillance, but also calls out related capabilities that modern public health systems need to function well: health surveillance systems design and improvement, investigation methods for a wide range of conditions, and supporting disciplines such as applied economics, communications science, and resource management. In practice, this points to work like improving how surveillance data are collected and analyzed, making reporting systems more reliable, spreading effective training materials and tools across programs, and upgrading the operational skills needed to manage and communicate during public health responses.
The funding mechanism is a cooperative agreement, meaning recipients should expect substantial involvement from CDC in implementation, coordination, and technical direction compared with a simpler grant model. The CDC anticipated making up to three awards under this announcement, with an estimated total funding level of $300,000,000 and an award ceiling listed at $40,000,000 (no award floor specified). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which reduces barriers for eligible organizations that may not be able to contribute significant non-federal funds.
Eligibility is limited and targeted. Applicants must already have an established relationship with FETPs and demonstrate a track record of collaboration in public health networking with national or regional FETP programs, coordination of epidemiology and surveillance activities within and among Field Epidemiology (and laboratory) Training Programs (often referenced as FE(L)TP), and applied epidemiology and disease surveillance. The geographic emphasis includes the African Region, Middle East Region, Central America and South America, and the South East Asia Region, reflecting areas where coordinated training and surveillance capacity can have major impact on preparedness and response. Eligible applicant types include nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (with the standard exclusion noted for institutions of higher education in those specific categories) and other entities as described in the full eligibility text, but the key qualifier is demonstrated, established FETP-linked experience.
Administratively, this opportunity was posted in early May 2015 and closed July 6, 2015, with applications required to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date. It is associated with CFDA 93.318, under the broader CDC global health capacity-building mission area described as protecting and improving health globally by building and strengthening public health impact, systems, capacity, and security. The announcement also notes that the CDC sought partners to build on work previously initiated under FOA GH10-1006, signaling continuity and expansion rather than starting from scratch, and implying that proposed activities should connect to and scale prior progress in FETP collaboration, shared tools, and regional coordination.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - CDC RFA GH15-1619
What is CDC RFA GH15-1619 focused on?
This CDC funding opportunity focuses on strengthening global public health capacity by improving how Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETPs) collaborate across countries and regions. The core premise is that routine collaboration and information-sharing among FETPs strengthens applied epidemiology in everyday public health practice.
What is the main goal of the program?
The main goal is to build durable networks and practical coordination mechanisms between national and regional FETP programs and key public health institutions (such as public health institutes, Ministries of Health, and related health agencies). The intent is to improve how countries detect, investigate, and respond to health problems, while building resilient systems that continue to function over time.
Why does the opportunity emphasize networking between FETPs?
The opportunity explicitly treats networking and ongoing exchange as essential because outbreaks and other health threats frequently cross national borders. Faster cross-border communication, shared practices, and coordinated action help control public health problems more effectively at regional and global levels.
Is the funding mainly for training individuals?
No. While FETPs are training programs, this announcement emphasizes strengthening the broader ecosystem that supports surveillance and response. That includes shared best practices, common approaches to outbreak investigation and field methods, peer-to-peer learning, and improved coordination among programs and institutions.
What kinds of public health capabilities are included in the scope?
The scope includes applied epidemiology and disease surveillance, along with related capabilities needed for modern public health systems. Examples highlighted include health surveillance systems design and improvement, investigation methods for a wide range of conditions (infectious and non-infectious), and supporting disciplines such as applied economics, communications science, and resource management.
What types of activities does this opportunity point to in practice?
Based on the description, activities could include improving how surveillance data are collected and analyzed, making reporting systems more reliable, spreading effective training materials and tools across programs, building shared methods for outbreak investigation and field work, and strengthening operational skills for managing and communicating during public health responses.
What makes this opportunity different from one-off emergency response support?
The project is framed around resilience and durability: strengthening systems and networks that keep functioning over time rather than relying on short-term, emergency-only support. The emphasis is on routine collaboration and practical coordination mechanisms that can be used before, during, and after events.
What is the funding mechanism?
The funding mechanism is a cooperative agreement. This means recipients should expect substantial involvement from CDC in implementation, coordination, and technical direction, compared with a simpler grant model.
How many awards did CDC anticipate making?
CDC anticipated making up to three awards under this announcement.
What was the estimated total funding level for the announcement?
The estimated total funding level was $300,000,000.
What was the award ceiling?
The award ceiling listed for this opportunity was $40,000,000.
Was there an award floor?
No award floor was specified in the information provided.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited and targeted. Applicants must already have an established relationship with FETPs and demonstrate a track record of collaboration in public health networking with national or regional FETP programs, coordination of epidemiology and surveillance activities within and among Field Epidemiology (and laboratory) Training Programs (often referenced as FE(L)TP), and applied epidemiology and disease surveillance.
What types of organizations are mentioned as eligible applicant types?
The information mentions nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (with the standard exclusion noted for institutions of higher education in those specific categories), along with other entities as described in the full eligibility text. The key qualifier is demonstrated, established FETP-linked experience and collaboration capacity.
Which regions are emphasized in this opportunity?
The geographic emphasis includes the African Region, Middle East Region, Central America and South America, and the South East Asia Region.
What types of health problems does the project aim to improve responses for?
The project aims to improve detection, investigation, and response for both infectious and non-infectious health problems, reflecting a broad applied epidemiology and surveillance focus.
What is CFDA 93.318 and how does it relate to this opportunity?
This opportunity is associated with CFDA 93.318 and sits within CDCs global health capacity-building mission area, described as protecting and improving health globally by building and strengthening public health impact, systems, capacity, and security.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted in early May 2015 and closed on July 6, 2015.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications were required to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
How does this announcement connect to prior CDC work (FOA GH10-1006)?
The announcement notes that CDC sought partners to build on work previously initiated under FOA GH10-1006. This signals continuity and expansion rather than starting from scratch, and implies proposed activities should connect to and scale prior progress in FETP collaboration, shared tools, and regional coordination.
What kinds of partnerships and coordination structures are highlighted?
The project emphasizes practical coordination mechanisms linking national and regional FETPs with public health institutes, Ministries of Health, and related health agencies. It highlights peer-to-peer learning, shared best practices, common approaches to field methods, and quicker communication when threats spread across borders.
Does the opportunity mention laboratory-related training programs?
Yes. The eligibility description references coordination of epidemiology and surveillance activities within and among Field Epidemiology (and laboratory) Training Programs, often written as FE(L)TP.
What does "substantial CDC involvement" imply for recipients?
Because this is a cooperative agreement, the information indicates CDC will be involved in implementation, coordination, and technical direction more than would be typical under a simpler grant model.
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