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Infectious Disease Detection
Posting of Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition - The STRIDES contract was awarded on September 25, 2024, with a period of performance from October I, 2024, through September 30, 2029. STRIDES supports U. S. Government global health security objectives, consistent with the Ameri
Strengthening infectious disease detection systems Integrated technical assistance across key areas including laboratory systems strengthening, surveillance system development, bioinformatics and data management, and surge support during outbreaks, epidemics, and pandemics. Activities include strengthening biosafety and biosecurity systems, enhancing antimicrobial resistance ( AMR) surveillance and testing, and building sustainable local capacity.
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This is a ceiling increase to the STRIDES contract to ensure continuity of critical global health security services. The contract supports strengthening infectious disease detection systems across up to 50 partner countries. The requested increase of 200,000,000 brings the total estimated cost to 444,967,896. The contractor, Family Health International (FHI 360), has unique qualifications and an established operational platform that cannot be replicated quickly. The contract was originally awarded by USAID and transitioned to the Department of State on July 1, 2025.
The proposed increase of 200, 000, 000, bringing the total estimated cost to 444, 967, 896