Massachusetts Technology Collaborative - Rural Digital Health Sandbox Program - NOFO 2027-MeHI-02 (2026)
Massachusetts Technology Collaborative | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Westborough, MA- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Katherine Green
- (508) 870-0312
The 30-second brief
Massachusetts Technology Collaborative issues this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO 2027-MeHI-02) offering grant allocations up to $475,000 to support digital health companies looking to test, validate, and pilot innovative products and services within an authorized sandbox environment. Funded by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services under the Rural Health Transformation Program, projects must demonstrate a clear focus on improving healthcare access, quality, and clinical outcomes in rural communities across Massachusetts. The initial application deadline is December 7, 2026, with rolling submissions accepted thereafter. Required submissions include a pitch deck, project plan, project budget, signed sandbox letter of support, team bios, Authorized Applicant’s Signature and Acceptance Form, and W-9.
Potential commercial viability of the proposed solution and the uniqueness of the company or product in the digital health market, Potential for the proposed solution to improve health care access, quality, and outcomes in rural communities, Feasibility of the proposed project including technical merit and economic viability, Potential impact of the project on the growth path of the company, Number of rural healthcare facilities that will be engaged through the project, Ability to scale solutions across rural healthcare facilities, Ability to engage with rural-designated patients living within rural communities
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Summary
Massachusetts Technology Collaborative issues this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO 2027-MeHI-02) offering grant allocations up to $475,000 to support digital health companies looking to test, validate, and pilot innovative products and services within an authorized sandbox environment.
Funded by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services under the Rural Health Transformation Program, projects must demonstrate a clear focus on improving healthcare access, quality, and clinical outcomes in rural communities across Massachusetts. The initial application deadline is December 7, 2026, with rolling submissions accepted thereafter. Required submissions include a pitch deck, project plan, project budget, signed sandbox letter of support, team bios, Authorized Applicant’s Signature and Acceptance Form, and W-9.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Potential commercial viability of the proposed solution and the uniqueness of the company or product in the digital health market, Potential for the proposed solution to improve health care access, quality, and outcomes in rural communities, Feasibility of the proposed project including technical merit and economic viability, Potential impact of the project on the growth path of the company, Number of rural healthcare facilities that will be engaged through the project, Ability to scale solutions across rural healthcare facilities, Ability to engage with rural-designated patients living within rural communities
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Pitch deck
- High-level project plan
- Project budget
- Signed letter of support from selected sandbox
- Brief bios for key team members
- Massachusetts Technology Collaborative Authorized Applicant’s Signature and Acceptance Form
- Applicant’s W9
- Submit to
- https://mehi.masstech.org/rural-digital-health-sandbox
- Scope location
- Westborough, MA
- Reported agency
- Massachusetts Technology Collaborative
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Massachusetts Technology Collaborative | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://mehi.masstech.org/rural-digital-health-sandbox. For questions, contact Katherine Green.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Technology Collaborative | Commonwealth of Massachusetts in MA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Katherine Green at (508) 870-0312. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Potential commercial viability of the proposed solution and the uniqueness of the company or product in the digital health market, Potential for the proposed solution to improve health care access, qu..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 7, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: pitch deck, high-level project plan, project budget, signed letter of support from selected sandbox, brief bios for key team members, Massachusetts Technology Collaborative Authorized Applicant’s Sign. Review the full document from Massachusetts Technology Collaborative | Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Westborough, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
