Opportunity Information: Apply for CDC RFA GH11 1185
Apply for CDC RFA GH11 1185
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Strengthening Human Resources for Health (HRH) and Epidemiological Capacity in the Republic of Guyana through a University Training Program under the President s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.067 Global AIDS.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 25, 2011 and posted on Feb 25, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 26, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $700,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Special district governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) 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) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education City or township governments State governments Small businesses Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments.
- Eligible applicants that can apply for this funding opportunity are Nonprofit with 501C3 IRS status (other than institution of higher education) Nonprofit without 501C3 IRS status (other than institution of higher education) For profit organizations (other than small business) Small, minority, and women owned businesses Universities Colleges Research institutions Hospitals Community based organizations Faith based organizations Federally recognized or state recognized American Indian/Alaska Native tribal governments State and local governments or their Bona Fide Agents (this includes the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianna Islands, American Samoa, Guam, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau) Non domestic (non U.S.) entity Other (specify) A Bona Fide Agent is an agency/organization identified by the state as eligible to submit an application under the state eligibility in lieu of a state application. If applying as a bona fide agent of a state or local government, a letter from the state or local government as documentation of the status is required. Attach with Other Attachment Forms when submitting via www.grants.gov.
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Opportunity Summary:
This Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number CDC RFA GH11-1185) supports a cooperative agreement under PEPFAR to strengthen Human Resources for Health (HRH) and epidemiological capacity in the Republic of Guyana by building local training pathways for health professionals. The core idea is to grow Guyana's ability to manage and lead its own HIV/AIDS response by developing epidemiology, surveillance, and public health management skills inside the country rather than relying on overseas training. The announcement highlights a major gap: Guyana does not have its own Baccalaureate or Master of Epidemiology degree program, and the Ministry of Health reportedly has only two trained epidemiologists, both trained outside Guyana. By investing in university-based training, the program aims to improve the public health system and infrastructure while creating sustainable, in-country expertise that can support HIV prevention, care, and treatment programs over the long term.
The opportunity falls under the discretionary funding category and uses a cooperative agreement as the funding instrument, which typically means CDC expects substantial involvement in program implementation and oversight compared with a standard grant. The activity category is health, and the CFDA number listed is 93.067 (Global AIDS), aligning it directly with PEPFAR priorities. The anticipated number of awards is one, indicating that CDC intended to fund a single implementing partner (or a single lead applicant coordinating partners) to carry out the program design and delivery. The estimated total funding amount is $700,000, and the announcement specifies no cost-sharing or matching requirement, reducing barriers for applicants that might otherwise struggle to provide non-federal contributions.
Eligible applicants are broadly defined and include public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations (including small businesses, and small/minority/women-owned businesses), hospitals, research institutions, community-based and faith-based organizations, and state, local, and special district governments. Tribal governments are also included, as are non-U.S. entities, which is important given that the work is focused on Guyana and may be best led or co-led by organizations with a presence there. The announcement also allows "Bona Fide Agents" to apply on behalf of state or local governments, provided the applicant includes documentation (a letter from the relevant government) confirming that status when submitting through Grants.gov.
In practical terms, the program is aimed at establishing or strengthening structured training programs that produce skilled professionals capable of conducting epidemiologic analysis, operating and improving surveillance systems, and contributing to public health leadership and management. While the text provided does not list a detailed set of required activities, the stated purpose points toward building formal academic or university-linked training that can credential and retain local professionals, fill workforce shortages, and reinforce national systems that track and respond to HIV and related public health threats. The long-term value CDC emphasizes is sustainability: developing a pipeline of locally trained epidemiologists and public health managers who can strengthen the Ministry of Health's capacity and advance PEPFAR II goals around local ownership, leadership, and effective program management.
Key dates show the FOA was posted February 25, 2011, with an original and current closing date of April 26, 2011, and an archive date of May 26, 2011, meaning it is no longer open. Applicants needing the full announcement were directed to use the "Full Announcement" link on the posting, and technical assistance for accessing the announcement was available through CDC's Procurement and Grants Office Technical Information Management Section (TIMS) at 770-488-2700.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) funding opportunity under PEPFAR, Funding Opportunity Number (FON) CDC RFA GH11-1185. It supports a cooperative agreement to strengthen Human Resources for Health (HRH) and epidemiological capacity in the Republic of Guyana by building local training pathways for health professionals.
What is the main goal of the project?
The main goal is to grow Guyana's ability to manage and lead its own HIV/AIDS response by developing in-country skills in epidemiology, surveillance, and public health management, instead of relying primarily on overseas training.
Why is CDC focusing on epidemiology training in Guyana?
The announcement highlights a significant gap: Guyana reportedly does not have its own Baccalaureate or Master of Epidemiology degree program, and the Ministry of Health reportedly has only two trained epidemiologists, both trained outside Guyana. The program is intended to address this shortage by investing in local, university-based training.
What type of funding mechanism is being used?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement. This typically means CDC expects substantial involvement in program implementation and oversight compared with a standard grant.
What is the funding category for this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under the discretionary funding category.
What is the activity category?
The activity category is health.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 93.067 (Global AIDS), aligning the opportunity directly with PEPFAR priorities.
How many awards did CDC anticipate making?
CDC anticipated making one award, meaning the intent was to fund a single implementing partner, or a single lead applicant coordinating partners.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $700,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement specifies there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are broadly defined and include public and private institutions of higher education; nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status; for-profit organizations (including small businesses and small/minority/women-owned businesses); hospitals; research institutions; community-based and faith-based organizations; and state, local, and special district governments. Tribal governments are also eligible, and non-U.S. entities are included as well.
Are non-U.S. organizations allowed to apply?
Yes. The eligibility list includes non-U.S. entities, which is relevant because the work is focused on Guyana and may be led or co-led by organizations with a presence there.
Can a "Bona Fide Agent" apply on behalf of a government entity?
Yes. The announcement allows Bona Fide Agents to apply on behalf of state or local governments, as long as the application includes documentation confirming that status (specifically, a letter from the relevant government) when submitting through Grants.gov.
What kinds of activities is this program designed to support?
Based on the stated purpose, the program is aimed at establishing or strengthening structured training programs that produce skilled professionals who can conduct epidemiologic analysis, operate and improve surveillance systems, and contribute to public health leadership and management in Guyana. The text provided does not list a detailed set of required activities, but it emphasizes university-based or university-linked training pathways that can build sustainable, in-country expertise.
How does this opportunity connect to HIV/AIDS programs and PEPFAR?
The opportunity is aligned with PEPFAR priorities (CFDA 93.067 Global AIDS) and is intended to strengthen Guyana's long-term capacity to support HIV prevention, care, and treatment programs by improving epidemiology, surveillance, and public health management capability inside the country.
What does CDC mean by sustainability and local ownership in this announcement?
CDC emphasizes sustainability through development of a pipeline of locally trained epidemiologists and public health managers who can strengthen the Ministry of Health's capacity over time. The long-term intent is to reduce dependence on external training and support local leadership and effective program management consistent with PEPFAR II goals.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The FOA was posted on February 25, 2011. The original and current closing date listed is April 26, 2011. The archive date is May 26, 2011.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. Since the closing date was April 26, 2011 and the archive date is May 26, 2011, the opportunity is no longer open.
Where were applicants directed to find the full announcement?
Applicants were directed to use the "Full Announcement" link on the posting to access the complete announcement.
Who could applicants contact for technical help accessing the announcement?
Technical assistance for accessing the announcement was available through CDC's Procurement and Grants Office Technical Information Management Section (TIMS) at 770-488-2700.
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