The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) issues a Request for Applications for firefighter cancer screening technologies.
The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) has announced a new funding opportunity to improve cancer screening for firefighters. The department encourages professional and volunteer firefighter organizations to apply through its latest Request for Applications (RFA) focused on innovative cancer screening technologies. This initiative reflects a continued commitment to supporting the health and safety of Maryland’s firefighter community. Firefighters can face elevated cancer risks due to occupational hazards. By fostering the development and implementation of cutting-edge screening tools, the State hopes to enhance early detection efforts and ultimately improve long-term outcomes for firefighters across Maryland.
Accessing the Application
You can review the full RFA on the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA). If your organization has yet to register, you can do so at the link provided below:
Key Details:
- Procurement ID: PHPA 3169/BPM046671
- Application Deadline: November 8, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. EST
- Submission: Submit applications through eMMA.
- Contact: Questions regarding this solicitation should be directed via email to LiChelle Lindsey at LiChelle.Lindsey@maryland.gov. Please include the procurement ID in the subject line.
Firefighters play a vital role in protecting local communities, and with this new RFA, the department seeks to ensure that Maryland’s firefighters receive the best possible care when it comes to cancer prevention and screening.
For additional information, please refer to the Notice of Availability (NOA).
