OpportunityTitle: Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Access Model
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Eligible applicants are States, the District of Columbia, and any U.S. Territory participating in the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program (MDRP).
Description: This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) announces the opportunity to apply for Cooperative Agreement funding to support States participation in the Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Access Model (the CGT Access Model or the Model). Eligible applicants are States, the District of Columbia, and any U.S. territory that participates in the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program (MDRP). A maximum of $9.55 million may be awarded to each Recipient, depending on the number of States that apply for funding, pending availability of funds.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: Grants.gov Customer Support
GrantorContactText: Grants.gov Contact Center &lt;br/&gt;Phone Number: 1-800-518-4726 &lt;br/&gt; &lt;br/&gt;Hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The contact center is closed on federal holidays. &lt;br/&gt;support@grants.gov
CloseDateExplanation: The Cell &amp; Gene Therapy (CGT) Access Model Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) has been updated. The purpose of this update is to remove outdated language and ensure that the NOFO reflects the new strategic priorities of the CMS Innovation Center. The updates to the NOFO do not have any impact on the amount of funding or permissible activities related to receiving that funding.  CMS remains committed to the success of the CGT Access Model and strongly encourages states to apply and take advantage of this opportunity to improve patient choice and access to transformative therapies.  Please direct any questions to CGTModel@cms.hhs.gov. States may also arrange a one-on-one meeting with the Model Team using this Calendly link https://calendly.com/cgtaccessmodel/30min?month=2025-02.