The National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center (NETEC) has launched a new funding opportunity to expand the National Special Pathogen System (NSPS) Level 2 network.

Up to 75 facilities will be awarded $500,000 each to strengthen preparedness, training, and capacity for high-consequence infectious disease (HCID) response.

Application Deadline: December 2, 2025, at 4:00 pm CST 

After starting your application, you will receive an email with a unique link for your institution’s application. Please save this email to return to your application dashboard at any time. 

Application Resources 

NSPS STAND Award RFP and Appendices

NSPS STAND Award RFP 

Appendix 1 – NSPS Overview

Appendix 2 – NSPS Level 1-4 Minimum Capabilities

Appendix 3 – Response Guide for Proposal

Appendix 4 – VHF Checklist  

Appendix 5 – Glossary of Key Terms

SOW and Budget Justification Template

NSPS Level 2 Cost Estimates

NSPS Level 2 Estimates Template

NSPS Level 2 Hospital Resource Guide

Questions?

Contact award@netec.org with questions.

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