Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #HHS-2026-ACL-AOD-DDUC-0022
Grant for University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) Program Administration and Operation
Buyer
Administration for Community Living
Posted
February 23, 2026
Respond By
May 04, 2026
Identifier
HHS-2026-ACL-AOD-DDUC-0022
NAICS
923110, 541720, 624310
This opportunity from the Administration for Community Living (ACL), under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), forecasts five-year grants for University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (UCEDD): - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) - Administration for Community Living (ACL) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is a grant for programmatic activities - Products/Services Requested: - Administration and operation of UCEDD programs - Activities include: - Interdisciplinary pre-service preparation and continuing education - Community services (training, technical assistance, demonstration, model activities) - Research - Dissemination of information - Notable Requirements: - Eligible applicants are entities previously awarded in FY 2021 - Faith-based and community organizations may apply if eligible - Cost sharing or matching is required - Funding covers federal share of program administration and operation costs - No specific part numbers, products, or quantities are specified, as this is a grant for service and program delivery - Place of performance and contracting office is the Administration for Community Living, a federal office
Description
The Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), plans to award five-year grants to up to two entities designated as University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (UCEDD). These centers perform four core functions: interdisciplinary pre-service preparation and continuing education, community services including training and technical assistance, research, and dissemination of information. The grants support interdisciplinary education, research, and public service units of universities or associated entities addressing various areas affecting quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities. Funding will cover the federal share of program administration and operation costs.