Tennessee Department of Health Rural Healthcare Access Modernization Program (RAMP) RFP 34320-36927
Tennessee Department of Health, Nashville, TN·State
- Contract Term
- 4.5 years
- Duration
- 54 months
- Scope Location
- Rural Tennessee
- Submission Address
- Apply via the GMS funding opportunities portal
SUMMARY
Tennessee Department of Health is funding capital improvements and primary care expansion to strengthen rural healthcare access. Applications for the $104M program are due by September 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Competitive
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Exhibit 1: Logic Model; Request for Application; Sample Grant contracts; budget attachments; competitive requirements.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit 1: Logic Model, Application Form, Request for Application, Sample Contract, Attachment 2: Grant Budget (No Match Required), Attachment 2: Grant Budget (Grantee Match Required), Competitive Requirements Required, Sample Governmental Grant contracts, Pre-response Teleconference Presentation
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How do I respond to this RFP from Tennessee Department of Health?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Apply via the GMS funding opportunities portal.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Competitive" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tennessee Department of Health?
All active and historical solicitations from Tennessee Department of Health are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Tennessee Department of Health regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of September 30, 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: Exhibit 1: Logic Model, Application Form, Request for Application, Sample Contract, Attachment 2: Grant Budget (No Match Required), Attachment 2: Grant Budget (Grantee Match Required), Competitive Req. Review the full document from Tennessee Department of Health for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Tennessee Department of Health in TN, 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.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rural Tennessee. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Exhibit 1: Logic Model; Request for Application; Sample Grant contracts; budget attachments; competitive requirements.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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