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Overview
A new funding opportunity is now open to help reduce the risk and incidence of congenital syphilis in the Northern Territory. This time-limited pilot aims to support innovation and service enhancements that improve access to syphilis screening and treatment for pregnant women and recent mothers up to 6 weeks postpartum, and their partners.
A total of $709,200 in funding is available, and funding may be awarded to more than one successful applicant. All funded activities must be completed by 30 June 2027.
Who can apply?
The tender is open to organisations that:
- currently deliver antenatal care, or partner with a service that delivers antenatal care
- currently deliver services within the Northern Territory
- can commence and complete service delivery within the funding period.
Applicants need a Tenderlink account to apply.
What can be funded?
Applicants are invited to propose enhancements, innovations or initiatives that strengthen their antenatal model of care and improve:
- access to syphilis screening during pregnancy and up to 6 weeks postpartum
- timely treatment and follow-up
- engagement of partners in testing and treatment
- clinical workforce capability in the prevention of congenital syphilis
- prevention of congenital syphilis.
For further enquiries, please contact [email protected].
