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	**How Do I Access the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)?**The CDC-RFA-TO-23-0001: Strengthening Public Health Systems and Services in Indian Country umbrella cooperative agreement (CoAg) NOFO is accessible onwww.grants.gov.**Is This NOFO a Continuation of CDC-RFA-OT18-1803: Tribal Public Health Capacity Building and Quality Improvement Umbrella Cooperative Agreement?**No. However, CDC-RFA-OT18-1803 cooperative agreement recipients that meet the eligibility criteria outlined within this NOFO may apply. Please note, OT18-1803 recipients with an approved no-cost extension cannot propose activities for TO-23-0001 that are approved/currently being completed under OT18-1803.**How Can I Submit Questions About the NOFO?**Submit all questions to CSTLTSTribalCoAg@cdc.gov.**Is It Possible to Set Up a Call With Someone to Discuss Eligibility and Proposal Ideas?**No. To ensure an open and fair competition, CDC will not host individual phone calls to discuss the NOFO, including eligibility and proposal ideas. CDC encourages all eligible entities interested in applying for this opportunity to check www.Grants.gov and the CDC Tribal Health website (www.cdc.gov/tribal).**When Were the Applicant Informational Calls and Where Can I Find Information About What Was Discussed?**CDC hosted informational calls on April 11th and 13th. The presentation and call script are available at https://www.cdc.gov/tribal/cooperative-agreements/indian-country-services/nofo.html,  and answers to questions received during the informational conference call and via email are compiled on this page.**Are There Tips or Guidance for Preparing an Application for a CDC Funding Opportunity?**Yes, you may find key steps of the application process and tips for preparing applications at https://www.cdc.gov/grants/applying/index.html.**What Are the Lobbying Restrictions Concerning This NOFO?**Federal funds cannot be used for lobbying. Successful applicants must comply with the requirements set out in Section 503, Division F, Title V, FY 2012 Consolidated Appropriations Act and Additional Requirement (AR) 12, which is CDC policy, as well as a term and condition of the NOFO with respect to lobbying restrictions placed on award recipients. In addition, please note that recipient activities are not restricted under Section 503 if the recipient is using funding sources other than federal appropriation to engage in those activities. At the same time, tribal law, state law, or other applicable restrictions, such as provisions in the Internal Revenue Code, may limit recipient activities. Recipients may wish to consult their tax and/or accounting advisors for assistance.Definitions and Terminology
	**What is the Difference Between the Period of Performance and the Budget Period?**The period of performance refers to the time during which the recipient may incur obligations to carry out the work authorized under the federal award. The estimated start and end dates of the period of performance are August 31, 2023 – August 30, 2028.
The budget period or budget year is the duration of each individual funding period within the period of performance. This cooperative agreement will have five 12-month budget periods. The estimated budget period for Year 1 is August 31, 2023 – August 30, 2024.**What is Meant by Duplication of Efforts?**“Duplication of efforts” is defined as programmatic, budgetary, or commitment overlap:
**Programmatic overlap** occurs when 1) substantially the same project is proposed in more than one application or is submitted to two or more funding sources for review and funding consideration or 2) a specific objective and the project design for accomplishing the objective are the same or closely related in two or more applications or awards, regardless of the funding source.
**Budgetary overlap** occurs when duplicate or equivalent budgetary items (e.g., equipment, salaries) are requested in an application but already are provided by another source.
**Commitment overlap** occurs when an individual’s time commitment exceeds 100 percent, whether salary support is requested in the application.Applicants are responsible for reporting duplication of efforts if this application will result in programmatic, budgetary, or commitment overlap with another application submitted or funding award (i.e., cooperative agreement, contract, or grant) received from another funding source in the same fiscal year. Overlap, whether programmatic, budgetary, or commitment of an individual’s effort greater than 100 percent, is not permitted.**What is a Public Health System?**“Public health system” is commonly defined as “all public, private, and voluntary entities that contribute to the delivery of essential public health services within a jurisdiction.” This concept ensures that all entities’ contributions to the health and well-being of the community or state are recognized in assessing the provision of public health services. The public health system includes public health agencies, healthcare providers, public safety agencies, human service and charity organizations, education and youth development organizations, recreation and arts-related organizations, economic and philanthropic organizations, and environmental agencies and organizations.**For the Purposes of This NOFO, What is the Definition of “Public Health Infrastructure”?**Public Health Infrastructure includes the systems, competencies, relationships, and resources that enable public health agencies to perform their core functions and essential services in every community. Categories include human, organizational, informational, and fiscal resources. *(Turnock, B.J. Public Health: What It Is and How It Works. 4th ed. Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett; 2009)*
Please note, that this cooperative agreement is not authorized to support construction activities.**For the Purpose of This NOFO, What is a Tribally Designated Organization?**Any regional organization whose board is composed of federally recognized Indian Tribes and elected/appointed tribal leaders or the recognized governing body of any Indian Tribes or any legally established organization of Indians that is controlled, sanctioned, or chartered by such governing body or which is democratically elected by the adult members of the Indian community to be served by such organization and which includes the maximum participation of Indians in all phases of its activities. For the purposes of this NOFO, this includes inter-tribal consortia, regional Indian health boards, and tribally owned and operated health systems.**The NOFO Says Applicant’s Work Plan Should Include S.M.A.R.T. Objectives. What Does That Mean?**S.M.A.R.T. stands for specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. S.M.A.R.T. is a useful way of strengthening objectives for evaluation. For more information and tools, please refer to the Develop SMART Objectives.Eligibility
	**What Are the Eligibility Requirements for This NOFO?**This funding opportunity it limited to federally recognized AI/AN Tribes and regional AI/AN tribally designated organizations. **For-profit and small business organizations are NOT eligible** to apply for this NOFO in accordance with the statutory authorities establishing a federal financial assistance program or award.
Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria must also meet the following responsiveness criteria*:
Federally recognized AI/AN Tribes must provide an official letter from a currently elected tribal leader or a tribal resolution to demonstrate support from the Tribe
Regional AI/AN tribally designated organizations must demonstrate support in the form of tribal resolutions or letters of support from a currently elected tribal leader or a tribal resolution from at least half of the Tribes within the organization’s service area***CDC will consider any application that does not include this documentation as non-responsive, and it will not receive further review.****Are for-profit Organizations Eligible for Funding Under This NOFO?**No, for-profit organizations are not eligible to apply for this funding.**Are AI/AN Tribes and Tribally Designated Organizations Already Receiving Funding, or Applying for Other Funding, From CDC Eligible to Apply?**Yes, organizations that are already receiving funding or applying for other CDC funding are eligible to apply. Applicants may propose work that is complementary to or builds upon prior work. However, the work proposed for this program should not duplicate work for which the organization is currently receiving or applying for other CDC funding.**As an Alaska Native Inter-tribal Consortium Representing Multiple Regional Health Entities, Are We Able to Substitute the Letters of Support From Tribes Within Our Service Area With Section 325 in Title V of the Indian Self-determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA)?**Yes, to meet the responsiveness criteria outlined for a regional AI/AN tribally designated organization on page 20 of the NOFO, Alaska Native inter-tribal consortia are allowed to submit the document (i.e., Section 325 of Public Law 105-83) that allows the consortium to speak on behalf of the Alaska tribal corporations.**My Organization’s Service Area Spans Multiple Indian Health Service (IHS) Areas. Will Our Application Be Negatively Impacted (E.g., Deemed Ineligible or Non-responsive) if We Select Multiple Areas?**No. Selection of multiple IHS Areas does not impact eligibility nor application responsiveness. Applicants can select all IHS Areas that apply. Please see the modification to the NOFO on Grants.gov.Funding Opportunity Description
	**What is the Purpose of This New Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)?**The purpose of this notice of funding opportunity or NOFO is to strengthen the quality, performance, and infrastructure of American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) tribal public health systems including workforce, data and information systems, and program and services. This Program’s ultimate outcome is to improve public health outcomes and lessen health inequities in Indian Country.**What Are the Anticipated Outcomes?**Applicants should are expected to achieve **at least one of** the following outcomes during the period of performance:
Improved capacity to **develop public health programs** and services to address prioritized public health activities in AI/AN communities.
Improved capacity to **implement public health programs** and services to address prioritized public health activities in AI/AN communities.
Improved capacity to **evaluate public health programs** and services to address prioritized public health activities in AI/AN communities.**What Are the Different Strategic Areas for Recipient Activities?**Applicants must **address no more than two** of the following strategies within their Project Narrative:
**Foundational Public Health Capabilities** implemented to strengthen the ability to conduct assessment/surveillance, prepare for and respond to public health emergencies; develop and support policies, communications, community partnership, organizational competencies, and accountability and performance management.
**Data Modernization** activities to develop and deploy scalable, flexible, and sustainable technologies, policies, and methods to implement data and analytical capabilities to support the Essential Public Health Services.
**Public Health Programs and Services** implemented to strengthen the ability to comprehensively meet tribal public health needs.
**Workforce**activities to develop and maintain a diverse workforce with cross-cutting skills and competencies.**The Logic Model Includes Several Strategic Areas of Focus. Do Applicants Have to Work on All of the Strategic Areas?**No. Applicants should address **no more than two** of the four strategies listed on the logic model.**Do All Proposed Activities Need to Be Evidence-based? If So, What Type of Criteria Should Be Used to Identify Evidence-based Strategies?**Yes, this program asks that applicants justify their work plan using the best evidence for addressing capacity building and infrastructure needs for the intended population. Best evidence includes Indigenous knowledge, published literature, results from studies, and other credible sources.**The NOFO Contains Activities for Each Strategy Listed on the Logic Model. Are Recipients Required to Complete All Activities Listed Under a Strategy?**No. Activities listed by strategy in the NOFO are examples of activities that may be conducted under each strategy. Applicants may include some of those activities or propose others not included on the list.**Would an Organization Be Able to Participate in Updating or Creating a Tribal Ordinance, if It Fell Within the Objectives?**Applicants can propose activities related to tribal ordinances that support the NOFO objectives; however, applicants should review which activities related to policy and law are allowable and which are not in “Additional Requirement – 12: Lobbying Restrictions” and “Anti-Lobbying Restrictions for CDC Grantees.”**Can Non-AI/AN Persons Be Included Within a Proposed Project’s Intended (i.e., Target) Population?**If the program activities and primary beneficiaries, i.e., intended population, are focused on AI/AN people, the applicant can specify their proposed project’s reach.Evaluation and Performance
	**What Are Recipients Expected to Do?**Recipients are expected to 1) track the implementation of strategies and activities and 2) determine the progress made in achieving outcomes.**How Will CDC Use the Information Collected in Required Reporting?**CDC will use the information collected from recipients’ progress reports (frequency to be determined) and annual performance reports to document project status and completion. Conference calls (frequency to be determined) between CDC and recipients will include project updates, discussion of technical assistance needs, and challenges around and solutions for completing activities.**What is Required for Recipients Who Want to Publish Work From This Funding Opportunity?**CDC clearance is required for products using the official CDC logo or co-authored by CDC staff. Review of such products is part of CDC’s substantial involvement to maximize the quality and effectiveness of products and services developed with federal funding and to ensure consistency with applicable federal laws and regulations. Products developed with funding under this program must include certain funding acknowledgment and appropriate disclaimers as outlined in the General Terms and Conditions for Non-Research Grant and Cooperative Agreements.**Does an Applicant Need to Submit a Data Management Plan (DMP) With Their Application?**Within the application, applicants must provide a statement of commitment to provide a DMP post award when specific data generation and collection activities are defined.**What Are Applicants Required to Submit for the Evaluation and Performance Measurement Plan?**At a minimum, the Evaluation and Performance Measurement plan must describe:
How the applicant will collect the performance measures, respond to the evaluation questions, and use evaluation findings for continuous program quality improvement.
How key program partners will participate in the evaluation and performance measurement planning processes.
Available data sources, feasibility of collecting appropriate evaluation and performance data, and other relevant data and information (e.g., performance measures proposed by the applicant)
Plans for updating the DMP as new pertinent information becomes available, if applicable, throughout the lifecycle of the project. Updates to DMP should be provided in annual progress reports. The DMP should provide a description of the data that will be produced using these NOFO funds; access to data; data standards ensuring released data have documentation describing methods of collection, what the data represent, and data limitations; and archival and long-term data preservation plans. For more information about CDC’s policy on the DMP, see https://www.cdc.gov/grants/additional-requirements/ar-25.html.Where the applicant, takes on specific evaluation studies, the applicant should:
Describe the type of evaluations (i.e., process, outcome, or both).
Describe key evaluation questions to be addressed by these evaluations.
Describe other information (e.g., measures, data sources).Recipients will be required to submit a more detailed Evaluation and Performance Measurement plan, including a DMP, if applicable, within the first 6 months of award, as described in the Reporting Section of the NOFO.**What Instances is a Detailed Evaluation and Performance Measurement Plan Applicable for an Application?***For the application*, applicants will need to provide an initial Evaluation and Performance Measurement plan that includes (at a minimum):
How the applicant will collect the performance measures, respond to the evaluation questions, and use evaluation findings for continuous program quality improvement.
How key program partners will participate in the evaluation and performance measurement planning processes.
Available data sources, feasibility of collecting appropriate evaluation and performance data, and other relevant data and information (e.g., performance measures proposed by the applicant)
Plans for drafting and/or updating the DMP as new pertinent information becomes available, if applicable, throughout the lifecycle of the project. Updates to DMPs should be provided in annual progress reports. The DMP should provide a description of the data that will be produced using these NOFO funds; access to data; data standards ensuring released data have documentation describing methods of collection, what the data represent, and data limitations; and archival and long-term data preservation plans. For more information about CDC’s policy on the DMP, see https://www.cdc.gov/grants/additional-requirements/ar-25.html.This initial Evaluation and Performance Measurement plan should reference the NOFO strategies and associated outcomes applicants are proposing to address as well as the aligned potential process and outcome measures included in the NOFO.
If you are proposing specific evaluation studies in the application, also provide descriptions of:
the type of evaluations (i.e., process, outcome, or both).
the key evaluation questions to be addressed by these evaluations.
other information (e.g., measures, data sources).*After award,* recipients will be required to submit more detailed Evaluation and Performance Measurement plan (including the DMP) within the first 6 months of award, as described in the Reporting Section of the NOFO.**For the DMP, What Level of Data Generation and Collection Activities Warrant a DMP If Only Workforce Strategies Are Pursued? If A Community Health Needs Assessment Is Updated?**Under *CDC’s**Policy on Public Health Research and Nonresearch Data Management and Access (https://www.cdc.gov/maso/policy/policy385.pdf)*, all public health datasets collected or generated using federal funds must have a data management plan (DMP). *Public health data* is defined as—
*Digitally recorded factual material commonly accepted in the scientific community as a basis for public health findings, conclusions, and implementation. Public health data includes those from research and nonresearch activities.*
Public health data do notinclude preliminary analyses, drafts of scientific papers, plans for future research, reports, recipient progress reports, communications with colleagues, financial/ administrative data, laboratory quality assurance data, laboratory training, laboratory emergency response exercises, and physical objects (e.g., laboratory notebooks, laboratory specimens.
Datasets used for the following purposes require a DMP:
Surveillance
Impact evaluation or
Informing policy-related decisions (e.g., regulations)Datasets used for the following purposes do not require a DMP:
Quality Improvement of the design or operations of a program, process, or system delivery mechanism
Program planning or
Conduct secondary analysis from existing data sources**Within the application, can a statement be made that an Evaluation Plan will be submitted post-award if it is determined that evaluation is applicable? Will the plan be awarded full points for the review criteria?**In your *application* you are asked to provide an initial Evaluation and Performance Measurement plan (see the NOFO and FAQs for details on what to include in the initial Evaluation and Performance Measurement plan). The application must also include a statement of commitment to provide a DMP post award when specific data generation and collection activities are defined.
*After award,* recipients will be required to submit more detailed Evaluation and Performance Measurement plan within the first 6 months of award, as described in the Reporting Section of the NOFO. Recipients will also need to submit a DMP, if applicable depending on proposed data generation and collection activities, within 6 months of award.Letters of Intent (LOI)
	**Do Applicants Have to Submit a Letter of Intent (LOI)?**LOIs are requested but not required. The purpose of this letter is to inform CDC that your organization is interested in applying to this NOFO.**What Should Applicants Include in the Optional Letter of Intent (LOI)?**The LOI should include the following information:
Entity Type **(Choose only one of the options below)**
Federally recognized AI/AN Tribe
Regional tribally designated organization
HHS Region (**List all that apply**)
IHS Area (**List all that apply**)
**Up to two** of the following Strategies: 1) foundational public health capabilities, 2) data modernization, 3) public health programs and services, and 4) workforce
**At least one** of the bold Outcomes found on the logic model:
Improved capacity to **develop public health programs** and services to address prioritized public health activities in AI/AN communities.
Improved capacity to **implement public health programs** and services to address prioritized public health activities in AI/AN communities.
Improved capacity to **evaluate public health programs** and services to address prioritized public health activities in AI/AN communities.**When Are the Optional Letters of Intent (LOI) Due?**LOIs must be emailed to Alleen Weathers at CSTLTSTribalCoAg@cdc.gov by Friday, May 5, 2023.**How Can Applicants Submit the Optional Letter of Intent (LOI)?**Applicants must email their LOI to CSTLTSTribalCoAg@cdc.gov.**Should the Letter of Intent (LOI) Be Written on the Applicant’s Letterhead?**Yes, the LOI should be written on the applicant’s letterhead and submitted as an email attachment.**Is It Acceptable to Submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) Without Submitting an Application?**Yes, submitting an LOI does not obligate an organization to apply.**If we miss the deadline for submitting a letter of intent, can we still apply?**Yes, you can still apply. LOIs are requested but not required.Budget
	**Are There Any Caps on Indirect Cost Percentages?**Yes, HHS’s Division of Cost Allocation determines indirect cost percentages. CDC’s Office of Grant Services will state these caps in the notice of award to successfully awarded applicants.**Is Matching Funding Required?**No, but obtaining other resources and aligning ongoing efforts to promote sustainability is highly encouraged.**Is an Itemized Budget Required?**Yes, applicants must submit an itemized budget narrative. When developing the budget narrative, applicants must consider whether the proposed budget is reasonable and consistent with the purpose, outcomes, and program strategy outlined in their project narrative. The budget must include the following:
Salaries and wages
Fringe benefits
Consultant costs
Equipment
Supplies
Travel (including costs for required meetings)
Other categories
Total direct costs
Total indirect costs
Contractual costsFor guidance on completing a detailed budget, please see Budget Preparation Guidelines at https://www.cdc.gov/grants/documents/budget-preparation-guidance.pdf. Applicants must name this file “Budget Narrative” and upload it as a PDF file to www.grants.gov.
If the indirect cost rate is a provisional rate, the agreement must have been made less than 12 months earlier. Applicants must provide the calculation method used to arrive at the amount requested within the itemized budget.
Applicants must name this file “Indirect Cost Rate” and upload it as a PDF to www.grants.gov  as part of their application.**Are Applicants Required to Submit Detailed Budgets for Sub-awardees as Part of the Application?**To clarify, “subaward” means an award provided by a recipient to a subrecipient for the subrecipient to carry out part of a federal award received by the recipient. It does not include payments to a contractor or payments to an individual that is a beneficiary of a federal program. A “subaward” may be provided through any form of legal agreement, including an agreement that the recipient considers a contract. If the result of this action is a contract, the recipient must follow the budget preparation guidelines (https://www.cdc.gov/grants/documents/budget-preparation-guidance.pdf) for the contractual budget category which does include an itemized budget as one of 6 required elements.**Should a Detailed Budget With a Budget Narrative Be Submitted for the Total Period of Performance (5 Years) or Just the First Year?**Applicants must submit a detailed budget with a budget narrative for the first year only.**If Funded, Are There Any Mandatory Meetings or Trainings That Staff Will Be Required to Attend in-person?**Recipients may be expected to participate in periodic meetings requiring travel. Applicants should consider including a line item for travel to an annual recipient meeting for key program staff for budget planning purposes.**Is Direct Assistance (DA) Available Through This NOFO?**Yes, direct assistance (DA) is available in the form of federal personnel to meet staffing and training needs, equipment, and supplies/materials. If request for DA is approved as a part of your award, CDC will reduce the funding amount provided directly to the recipient. The amount by which the award is reduced will be used to provide DA; the funding shall be deemed part of the award and as having been paid to the recipient. For more information about how to request direct assistance personnel, types of direct assistance positions that can be requested, timeline, etc. please visit Direct Assistance for Assigning CDC Staff to Health Agencies at https://www.cdc.gov/publichealthgateway/GrantsFunding/direct_assistance.html.Application Requirements and Process
	**Can an Applicant Apply if They Missed the Informational Call?**Yes, interested organizations are still able to apply if they missed the informational call. Visit CDC Tribal Health at https://www.cdc.gov/tribal/cooperative-agreements/indian-country-services/nofo.html to review the presentation and script used for the call.**Can an Applicant Submit Multiple Applications?**Applicants are permitted to submit **only one application** to meet the needs of the intended (i.e., target) population, selected Strategy (ies) and selected Outcome(s). If multiple applications are submitted by an organization, the latest application submitted in grants.gov will be reviewed. All earlier applications will be deemed non-responsive.**Does the Lobbying Administrative Requirement AR-12 Lobbying Restrictions Apply to This NOFO?**Yes, AR-12 applies to this NOFO. To view brief descriptions of relevant provisions, see Section F- of the NOFO and the Additional Requirements.**In the Downloaded Application, a Page Requires “lobbying Registrant” Information. We Are Not a Registered Lobbyist. What Should Go in That Field?**Include “Not Applicable” in that field.**What Additional Attachments or Appendices Are Acceptable as Part of the Application?**Following is a list of acceptable attachments applicants can upload as PDF files as part of their application at www.grants.gov.
Project Abstract
Project Narrative
Budget Narrative
Report on Programmatic, Budgetary and Commitment Overlap
Table of Contents for Entire Submission
Resumes / CVs
Position descriptions
Letters of Support, including the following-
Federally recognized AI/AN Tribes must provide an official letter from a currently elected tribal leader or a tribal resolution to demonstrate support from the Tribe
Regional AI/AN tribally designated organizations must demonstrate support in the form of tribal resolutions or letters of support from currently elected tribal leaders from at least half of the Tribes within the organization’s service area
Organization Charts
Indirect Cost Rate, if applicable
Bona Fide Agent status documentation, if applicable**Is There a Limit to the Number of Activities an Applicant Can Propose?**No. However, the activities should be reasonable based on the amount of funding requested and align with the proposed budget and budget narrative.**Should the Project Narrative Section of the Application Include Citations and References?**Yes, applicants are expected to include citations and references as applicable.**What Should Be Included and What is the Required Order for the Project Narrative Portion of the Application?**
Background and Problem Statement
Approach
Purpose
Outcomes: **at least one** of the three bolded outcomes found in the logic model.
Strategies and Activities: **no more than two** of the four strategies found in the logic model.
Collaborations
Intended (i.e., Target) Population and Health Disparities
Applicant Evaluation and Performance Measurement Plan which includes either a data management plan (DMP) or a DMP commitment statement.
Organizational Capacity of Applicant to Implement the Approach including the following
Entity Type (**Choose only one of the options below)**
Federally recognized AI/AN Tribe
Regional Tribally designated organization
HHS Region **(List all that apply)**
IHS Area **(List all that apply)**
Work Plan**Is There a Page Limit for the Project Narrative?**Yes, the narrative can be no more than 20 pages, single spaced, 12-point font, 1-inch margins.**Should the Work Plan Be Included in the Project Narrative or as an Attachment?**Yes, the work plan should be included as part of the 20-page project narrative. An applicant should include all elements in the sample work plan template beginning on page 17 of the NOFO. The sample format is provided to support easy access to required information for anyone who reviews the content of the application. See the FAQ “What should be included and what is the required order for the project narrative portion of the application?”**Are Resumes/CVs Included in the Project Narrative Page Limit?**No, additional attachments that contain resumes/CVs or organizational charts are not part of the narrative page limit. Resumes/CVs may be uploaded as an optional attachment. See the FAQ “what should be included and what is the required order for the project narrative portion of the application?”**Does the 12-point Font Size Requirement Apply to Tables and Charts?**Yes.**Is the Budget Included as Part of the Project Narrative Page Limit?**No. See the FAQ “What should be included and what is the required order for the project narrative portion of the application?”**When Are Applications Due?**Application packages must be successfully submitted to www.grants.gov **no later than Tuesday, June 6, 2023, 11:59 pm (EDT).** Extensions to the due date will not be granted. CDC encourages applicants to ensure all www.grants.goverrors are resolved, and all application packages are submitted as early as possible.**Is there a specific/preferred CV format we should use?**No. There is no preferred format for resumes or CVs.**Page 15 of the NOFO states, “Applicants must submit a CV/resume for staff who will be involved in procurement activities and describe the organization's capacity to execute contractual and consulting agreements”? Are you looking for a CV of the Directors of Procurement, Finances, Contracts & Grants, etc.?**Please include the CVs/resumes of financial staff who will be directly associated with this funding opportunity. For example, the CV/resume of the person listed as the Authorizing Officer/ Authorized Official Representative should be included within the application.**As part of the grant application submission there’s a listed requirement on page 24 of the NOFO (Section 5. Pre-Award Assessments) to include a Risk Assessment Questionnaire (attached) or one completed in the most recent 12-month period. Is this a mandatory requirement?**Yes, CDC requires all applicants to complete the Risk Questionnaire, 0MB Control Number 0920-1132 annually. This questionnaire, along with supporting documentation must be submitted with your application. If your organization has completed CDC’s Risk Questionnaire within the past 12 months of the closing date of this NOFO (i.e., after June 6, 2022), then you must submit a copy of that questionnaire, or submit a letter signed by the authorized organization representative to include the original submission date, organization’s EIN and UEI.**What is supposed to go in the ‘Background’ section of the application?**Please refer to Section 1. Background item a. Overview on page 4, and item 2. CDC Project Description, beginning on page 5 of the NOFO, for background information. The “Approach” section in the application should provide information relevant to the information presented within these sections.**On page 27 of the NOFO, the headings go from ‘iii. Strategies’ to ‘1. Collaborations.’ Are ‘Collaborations’ and ‘Target Populations and Health Disparities’ below it, supposed to be iv. and then v. within the Approach header?**“Collaborations” and “Target Population” are subsections of the “Strategies and Activities” section and correspond with the similarly numbered and titled sections within the CDC Project Description on pages 5-11 of the NOFO.**For question 19 on the SF-424 (Version 2), is this funding opportunity covered by E.O. 12372?**No. This funding opportunity is not subject to review by State under the Executive Order 12372 process. For question #19 on the SF-424 (Version 2), please select “C. Program is not covered by E.O. 12372”.Application Reviewing and Scoring
	**What is the Review Process for This Competition?**Final funding determinations will be based on application scores from the objective review and technical review panels, as well as consideration for CDC funding preferences.
**Phase I Review:**All applications will be initially reviewed for eligibility and completeness by CDC Office of Grants Services. Complete applications will be reviewed for responsiveness by the Grants Management Officials and Program Officials. Non-responsive applications will not advance to Phase II review. Applicants will be notified that their applications did not meet eligibility and/or published submission requirements.
**Phase II Review:** A group of objective reviewers will review and score all eligible and responsive applications. Reviewers will apply the specified Review Criteria to score applications based on their merit. Reviewer comments on the strengths and weaknesses will be documented in summary statements for all applicants. Applications will then be put into rank order list according to average scores.
**Phase III Review:** Program will use the rank order list plus the following out-of-rank order criterium to determine which applications to fund–
Preference may be given to achieve geographic diversity.**How Will Applicants Be Scored During the Second Review Phase (Phase II Review)?**
Approach (40 points)The extent to which the applicant:
Demonstrates an ability to build and/or access specific organizations or entities that are appropriate for accomplishing the outlined project objectives (10 points)
Presents specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time-bound objectives that address the intended population’s needs and are consistent with outcomes described in the CDC project description and logic model (10 points)
Describes activities that are achievable, able to build capacity, and likely to lead to the attainment of the proposed objective (10 points)
Shows that the proposed use of funds is an effective and efficient way to attain outcomes (10 points)Evaluation and Performance Measurement (30 points)The extent to which the applicant:
Demonstrates ability to collect performance management data (5 points)
Describes clear monitoring and evaluation procedures including outputs/deliverables that thoroughly represent the direct results of the activities (10 points)
Describes how performance measurement and evaluation findings will be reported (5 points)
Describes how evaluation and performance measurement will contribute to the evidence-based or evidence-informed practices (5 points)
Discusses data management (5 points)Applicant Organizational Capacity to Implement the Approach (30 points)The extent to which the applicant:
Demonstrates a relationship with the intended population (5 points)
Demonstrates relevant experience and capacity to achieve project outcomes (10 points)
Demonstrates experience and capacity to implement the evaluation plan (10 points)
Provides a staffing plan and project management structure that clearly defines staff roles and will be sufficient to achieve project outcomes (5 points)Please note, the budget and budget narrative are reviewed but not scored.**What Are CDC’s Funding Preferences for This NOFO?**CDC may fund out-of-rank order with preference given to achieve geographic diversity. At least one applicant from each HHS Region will be awarded.Awards and Funding
	**How Many Applicants Will CDC Award?**CDC anticipates awarding up to 25 applicants. At least one applicant per HHS Region will be awarded.**What is the Anticipated Award Per Recipient?**The anticipated average award per recipient for both direct and indirect costs is $200,000. Please note that funding is subject to availability.**What is the Two-part Funding Strategy?**This funding opportunity will use a two-part strategy:
**Funding Strategy 1: Initial Funding**–Responsive applications submitted under this funding opportunity will be reviewed objectively as described in the Review and Selection Process section of this NOFO. Awards under Funding Strategy 1 will support strengthening tribal public health systems and services. Applicants selected for Funding Strategy 1 will become part of a group of organizations that are eligible for funding under Funding Strategy 2.
**Funding Strategy 2: CDC Centers, Institute, and Offices (CIO) Project Plans**–The second funding strategy is subject to the availability of appropriated funds and agency priorities. To maximize CDC’s program priorities and health system needs in Indian Country, applicants funded under Funding Strategy 1 will be eligible to apply for additional funding under Funding Strategy 2. Under Funding Strategy 2, CDC will publish and compete CIO project plans according to entity type, HHS region, and/or IHS area.**The Estimated Total Program Funding is $75,000,000 for the Five-year Period of Performance Which Calculates as $75,000,000 Divided by 25 Awards Divided by 5 Years = $600,000 Per Recipient Per Year. However, the NOFO Award Ceiling is $0 and the Average One-year Award Amount/approximate Average Award is $200,000. What is the Maximum Amount of Funding an Applicant Can Request?**Total period of performance funding/approximate period of performance funding is an estimated combination of Funding Strategy 1 and Funding Strategy 2 under TO-23-0001 for the five-year period of performance.
As stated during the applicant informational call, CDC suggests that applicants develop their work plan based on the average one-year award amount (i.e., $200,000), which is supported under Funding Strategy 1.**When Will an Announcement Be Made About Selected Applicants?**
Funding Strategy 1 (Initial Funding): August 30, 2023 (anticipated)
Funding Strategy 2 (CIO Project Plans): September 30, 2023 (anticipated)**What is the Approximate Start Date of the Awards?**The anticipated period of performance start date is August 31, 2023.**Is There Any Provision to Award Approved but Unfunded (ABU) Applicants Later?**Yes, an application may be held up to a maximum of 24 months from the date of the ABU notification, during which time unfunded applications may be reconsidered for funding if additional funds become available.**Is It Possible to Have Only a Portion of an Application Funded?**Yes, funding availability determines how much of an applicant’s proposed plan receives funding.**Is There a Timeline for When Funding Strategy 2 Announcements Will Be Published?**CDC is still determining the timeline for publishing and competing CIO Project Plans under Funding Strategy 2. As a reminder, the additional funding under Funding Strategy 2 is for successful applicants funded under Funding Strategy 1.Top of Page
							
					
							Last Reviewed:  September 18, 2023						Source: 	Public Health Infrastructure Center
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