Addiction Technology Transfer Centers Cooperative Agreement

The Addiction Technology Transfer Centers (ATTC) Cooperative Agreement is a funding initiative forecasted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The program is identified by opportunity number TI-23-009 and falls under the discretionary category of federal grants, specifically aimed at enhancing behavioral and primary healthcare services related to substance use disorders (SUD). SAMHSA, through this grant, continues its national strategy to strengthen the SUD treatment infrastructure by developing a specialized and culturally competent workforce capable of meeting the complex needs of individuals with SUD and co-occurring disorders. The overarching purpose of the ATTC program is to increase the implementation of evidence-based and promising practices in SUD treatment and recovery support. By funding up to 12 cooperative agreements, the program seeks to accelerate the dissemination of effective treatment modalities and heighten the capabilities of professionals in behavioral health and primary care. In addition to direct training and technical assistance, the program encourages the creation of regional and national alliances involving practitioners, researchers, policymakers, funders, and members of the recovery community. These alliances will contribute to systemic improvements in the way services are delivered to those affected by substance use and associated mental health conditions. While the total estimated funding available for the program is $8.6 million, specific figures for award ceilings or floors have not been provided at this stage. The absence of a required cost-share or matching contribution lowers barriers for eligible applicants, making the opportunity more accessible. The eligible applicant pool includes states, U.S. territories, the District of Columbia, political subdivisions of states, tribal governments and organizations as defined by federal statute, and public or private nonprofit entities, including health facilities or programs that are affiliated with the Indian Health Service through contracts or grants. The submission process details are not yet finalized, as the grant is currently in a forecasted stage. The estimated posting date for the full application is January 30, 2023, though this may be subject to change. Once published, applicants will likely be required to submit through Grants.gov, following SAMHSA’s standard application process. The grant announcement does not mention any gating prerequisites such as letters of intent or concept papers. As a cooperative agreement, recipients can expect close collaboration with SAMHSA throughout the lifecycle of the award. Details regarding the application components and evaluation criteria are not provided at this stage, but these will likely include evidence of regional impact, commitment to equity, workforce development capacity, and implementation of evidence-based practices. For further information or clarification, applicants may contact Humberto Carvalho at (240) 276-2974 or via email at Humberto.Carvalho@samhsa.hhs.gov. Given that this is a recurring federal program and previous iterations have supported similar goals, potential applicants should monitor Grants.gov for updates and begin preparing necessary organizational documentation. The recurrence of the program suggests that future funding rounds are likely, reinforcing the importance of early engagement and ongoing readiness for application submission.