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DHS FEMA BioWatch Program Field and Laboratory Operations Grant Opportunity

This opportunity from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) seeks applicants to operate and support the BioWatch biodetection program for Fiscal Year 2026. - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Program Overview: - BioWatch is a federally managed, locally operated system for early detection of aerosolized biological threats - Operates in over 30 metropolitan areas across 22 states - Requested Services: - Field operations: deploy and maintain air monitoring units, collect and replace filters, and transport filters daily to BioWatch laboratories - Optional laboratory operations: process, analyze, and report results from collected samples - Eligible Applicants: - State and local government agencies, regional governmental organizations, public institutions of higher learning, and federally recognized tribal governments - Notable Requirements: - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or part numbers are named - Emphasis on maintaining robust biodetection capabilities and coordination across federal, state, local, and tribal levels - Stakeholder engagement in preparedness and response is a key program goal

Description

The BioWatch program, managed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, is designed to detect aerosolized biological attacks by continuously monitoring the air for specific biological threats using strategically placed air collectors. This federally managed, locally operated system provides early warnings of biological incidents, enabling state and local authorities to respond quickly and effectively, thereby reducing casualties and fatalities. The program supports the National Biodefense Strategy and Implementation Plan (2022) by informing decision-making, enhancing preparedness, and providing post-incident support to limit the impacts of biological threats. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is for the performance of field operations including deploying and maintaining air monitoring units, collecting and replacing filters, and transporting filters to BioWatch laboratories, with optional laboratory operations such as sample processing and analysis. Eligible recipients include state and local government agencies, regional governmental organizations, public institutions of higher learning, and federally recognized tribal governments.

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