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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Tuberculosis Call to Action (TBC2A) | USAID/India

1) What is the Tuberculosis Call to Action (TBC2A)?

The Tuberculosis Call to Action (TBC2A) is a USAID/India funding opportunity intended to accelerate progress toward a TB-free India by changing how USAID engages on tuberculosis control. Instead of focusing on conventional, donor-led technical assistance, it is designed to catalyze Indian-led solutions and strengthen long-term sustainability.

2) What is the main goal of this funding opportunity?

The main goal is to support a shift toward Indian ownership and leadership in TB control by identifying, mobilizing, and leveraging Indian intellectual leadership, domestic financing, and in-country material resources so TB efforts are driven by Indian institutions and partners over time.

3) How does TBC2A differ from conventional donor-led technical assistance?

TBC2A is positioned to move away from donor-led technical assistance models and toward a facilitation approach that helps Indian stakeholders lead, coordinate, and sustain TB control actions using domestic capabilities and investments.

4) How does TBC2A relate to USAID/India's broader programming?

TBC2A is described as a core component of USAID/India's broader CHAMPION (Championing a Tuberculosis free India) Program.

5) What role would the selected recipient play?

The selected recipient would operate primarily as a facilitator and convener, working closely with the Government of India and a broad set of partners to support a National Call to Action for TB and strengthen coordination and follow-through.

6) What practical activities are included in the scope of work?

Based on the opportunity description, practical activities include helping launch and coordinate the National Call to Action for TB, supporting rollout of a TB roadmap down to subnational levels (states, districts, and cities), and strengthening mechanisms to track and communicate results.

7) What does "systems-oriented" work mean in this opportunity?

The opportunity emphasizes systems-oriented work such as developing or improving structures that enable better coordination, monitoring, and follow-through, so commitments made through the call to action translate into measurable implementation and outcomes.

8) What types of partners and stakeholders are expected to be engaged?

The recipient is expected to engage a broad ecosystem of partners, including traditional stakeholders (such as public health authorities, TB programs, and established health NGOs) and non-traditional stakeholders (including private sector actors, professional associations, philanthropic groups, academic institutions, technology or data partners, and other civic or industry groups).

9) Why does the opportunity emphasize non-traditional stakeholders?

The described intent is to broaden the ecosystem contributing to TB control by bringing in groups that can contribute expertise, reach, or resources beyond the typical public health and NGO community.

10) What is the awarding agency and location for this opportunity?

The award is offered by USAID New Delhi.

11) What type of award is being offered?

This opportunity is a discretionary cooperative agreement in the health sector, which indicates USAID expects to remain actively engaged with the recipient during implementation rather than providing funding with minimal involvement.

12) What does USAID "actively engaged" imply for a cooperative agreement?

Within the description provided, it means USAID would not be a hands-off funder; instead, USAID would expect to stay engaged with the recipient during implementation.

13) How many awards did USAID anticipate making?

USAID anticipated making one award under this announcement.

14) What is the maximum funding amount (award ceiling)?

The ceiling amount listed is up to $6,000,000.

15) Is there a minimum award amount stated?

No minimum award floor is stated in the information provided.

16) Is cost sharing or matching required?

Yes. Cost sharing or matching is required, meaning applicants would need to contribute resources alongside USAID funding.

17) Why is cost sharing or matching included in this opportunity?

The requirement aligns with the stated intent of leveraging domestic capabilities and investment to support Indian-led and sustainable TB control efforts.

18) Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility is limited to local Indian organizations as defined in the RFA, reflecting the program's goal of local leadership and Indian ownership.

19) What is the funding opportunity number for this announcement?

The funding opportunity number is RFA-386-15-000003.

20) What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?

The opportunity is cataloged under CFDA 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas).

21) When was the opportunity posted?

The opportunity was posted on April 9, 2015.

22) What was the application closing date?

The original and current closing date listed is May 8, 2015.

23) Is this opportunity still open?

No. The opportunity was archived on June 7, 2015.

24) What geographic levels are referenced for TB roadmap rollout?

The description mentions rollout down to subnational levels, specifically states, districts, and cities.

25) What kinds of results-related functions are emphasized?

The opportunity highlights strengthening mechanisms to track and communicate results and improving structures for coordination, monitoring, and follow-through so commitments lead to measurable implementation and outcomes.

26) Who is the listed contact for administrative support in accessing the full announcement?

The listed contact is Jeremy Arensdorf, Senior Assistance Specialist.

27) How can the listed contact be reached?

By phone at 202-626-8775.