Rural Maryland Council - FY2026 Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund Grant Applications - 2026
Rural Maryland Council | State of MarylandState · Annapolis, MD- Due
- Aug 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Charlotte Davis
- (410) 841-5772
The 30-second brief
The Rural Maryland Council seeks grant applications for the FY2026 Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF) to support rural regional planning, economic development, housing, transportation, water, wastewater, and broadband infrastructure improvements. Eligible applicants include the Tri-County Council of Western Maryland, Tri-County Council of Southern Maryland, Upper Shore Regional Council, Mid-Shore Regional Council, Tri-County Council of the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland, and multicounty efforts serving rural communities. Each regional council is eligible to receive $385,000 for rural regional planning and development assistance. A rolling application process is available from April 21, 2025 to August 1, 2026 via the Regional Councils grant portal. A special access code from RMC is required for applications.
Funding availability, alignment with RMPIF goals, project feasibility, measurable objectives
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Summary
The Rural Maryland Council seeks grant applications for the FY2026 Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF) to support rural regional planning, economic development, housing, transportation, water, wastewater, and broadband infrastructure improvements.
Eligible applicants include the Tri-County Council of Western Maryland, Tri-County Council of Southern Maryland, Upper Shore Regional Council, Mid-Shore Regional Council, Tri-County Council of the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland, and multicounty efforts serving rural communities. Each regional council is eligible to receive $385,000 for rural regional planning and development assistance. A rolling application process is available from April 21, 2025 to August 1, 2026 via the Regional Councils grant portal. A special access code from RMC is required for applications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Funding availability
- Alignment with RMPIF goals
- Project feasibility
- Measurable objectives
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Grant Application
- Goals and Anticipated Outcomes
- Table of Goals and Measurable Objectives
- Organization budget
- Project budget
- Financial audit report
- Submit to
- https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=ruralmaryland
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Annapolis, MD
- Reported agency
- Rural Maryland Council
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Rural Maryland Council | State of Maryland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=ruralmaryland. For questions, contact Charlotte Davis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Rural Maryland Council | State of Maryland in MD, 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 Charlotte Davis at (410) 841-5772. 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: "Funding availability, alignment with RMPIF goals, project feasibility, measurable objectives" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rural Maryland Council | State of Maryland?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Grant Application, Goals and Anticipated Outcomes, Table of Goals and Measurable Objectives, Organization budget, Project budget, Financial audit report. Review the full document from Rural Maryland Council | State of Maryland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Annapolis, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.