The Pandemic Fund is pleased to announce its second Call for Proposals (CfP) starting December 22, 2023. This call invites eligible countries, regional entities, and implementing entities to submit proposals for potential projects to be supported by an initial funding of US$500 million. The online application portal will open in late February 2024, with the deadline for submission on May 17, 2024.
Objectives:
The primary focus remains on high-impact investments in early warning and disease surveillance systems, laboratory systems, and the strengthening of human resources and public health capacities. The Pandemic Fund aims to enhance global readiness to prevent, prepare for, and respond to health emergencies.
Timeline and Process:
- December 22, 2023: CfP announced, Guidance Note released.
- Late February 2024: Technical evaluation criteria, scoring methodology, and application template released. Online portal opens.
- May 17, 2024: Deadline for proposal submission.
- June – August 2024: Technical Advisory Panel reviews eligible proposals.
- September – October 2024: Governing Board reviews proposals, announces selected projects based on the number of submissions.
Priority Areas:
The second CfP prioritizes investments in early warning and disease surveillance systems, laboratory systems, and human resources/public health capacities. Emphasis is placed on community engagement, civil society involvement, gender equity, and a One Health approach.
Types of Proposals:
Three types of proposals will be accepted: single-country, multi-country, and regional entity proposals.
Key Application Documents: Refer to the Call for Proposals Guidance Note, Results Framework, and Guiding Principles for Co-financing, Co-investment, and Country Ownership.
Information Sessions: The Pandemic Fund will organize information sessions following the release of the application portal, template, and updated evaluation criteria in late February 2024.
Submission Instructions: Complete the Funding Proposal Template on the Pandemic Fund’s application portal (live in late February).
Language of Submission: All proposals and accompanying documents should be submitted in English. Translation assistance is encouraged.
Privacy Notice:
Participants must provide personal details, collected by the World Bank, for the selection process. Data will be destroyed three years after completion, except for selected proposals, which may be published. The World Bank processes details in accordance with the Privacy Notice.
Eligible Countries and Regional Entities:
All countries eligible for financing from IDA and IBRD are eligible to apply. Exceptions apply to the 16 countries awarded single-country grants in the first CfP. Regional entities include specialized technical institutions and regional development communities. (eligible countries)
Implementing Entities:
Financing will be channeled through approved Implementing Entities. Proposals must identify at least one from the list of thirteen currently approved entities.
For detailed eligibility criteria and other requirements, refer to the Guidance Note. Information sessions will be conducted post-portal release. Stay tuned for updates. The Pandemic Fund looks forward to impactful proposals that contribute to global health security.
Download the Call for Proposals – Guidance Note here.
Visit the Pandemic Fund’s website for more information- here
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