Expanding Global Health Security through local partnerships in Senegal

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Global Health Center, under the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking proposals to strengthen Senegal’s public health infrastructure through local partnerships aimed at preventing, detecting, and responding to infectious disease threats. This initiative focuses on enhancing community-based surveillance systems, expanding and integrating laboratory networks, and building the capacity of the public health workforce through targeted training programs. The effort is designed to create sustainable and resilient health security systems aligned with the Global Health Security Agenda, emphasizing cross-sectoral collaboration and the adoption of innovative, locally driven solutions to improve disease detection and response capabilities across the country. Eligible applicants must respond to solicitation number CDC-RFA-JG-26-0048, with proposals due by October 2, 2026, and the notice was posted on August 3, 2026. The program is funded federally and open to implementing partners capable of executing public health initiatives in Senegal, with no specific set-aside restrictions outlined. All communications regarding this opportunity should be directed to the designated point of contact at dghpnofos@cdc.gov or by phone at 404-353-0319. Proposals are expected to demonstrate clear strategies for building long-term local capacity, ensuring continuity beyond the initial funding period, and contributing to regional and global health security goals.