Program Operator RFP
Delaware Prosperity Partnership
At a glance
What this opportunity covers
DPP is seeking an experienced program operator to design and implement the DRHC accelerator.
Funding & applicants
Key dates
Tribal Nations and Native organizations
Tribes aren't named, but the listing is open to clinics and hospitals, which can include tribal governments and tribal health programs. Confirm with the issuing agency.
“Proposals should demonstrate relevant program design experience, existing health system/payer/FQHC relationships, and the capacity to staff a full-time, in-Delaware Program Director.”
From the RFA
Quoted from the solicitation document (open the document). Always confirm with the official source before applying.
Dates in the RFA
- RFP IssuedSeptember 21, 2026
- Respondent Questions DueSeptember 29, 2026
- DPP Responses IssuedOctober 1, 2026
- Proposals DueOctober 5, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
- Finalist Interviews, if applicableOctober 12, 2026
- Anticipated SelectionOctober 26, 2026
- Agreement ExecutionNovember 1, 2026
- Contract EndSeptember 30, 2027
Who can apply
Participating startups must satisfy all applicable CMS and DHSS eligibility requirements described in the appended Rural Tech Catalyst Fund Resource Guide (Appendix A). At minimum, technologies must meet the CMS Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 4 requirement. DPP has developed a proposed Healthcare Technology Readiness Level framework (Appendix B) as a potential reference tool. Respondents may use, adapt, or replace this approach and should explain the technology-readiness methodology they recommend. The selected methodology must allow transparent and consistent assessment of readiness and remain consistent with CMS requirements.
Performance period
Catalyst Fund Deadline Applicable Catalyst Fund payments must be completed no later than September 30, 2027 Technology Readiness Minimum TRL 4, consistent with CMS requirements Challenge Alignment Participating startups must align with approved Challenge Statements Program Structure Proposed by Respondent and finalized with DPP/DHSS Number of Startups Proposed by Respondent, subject to CMS/DHSS requirements Catalyst Fund Allocation Proposed methodology, subject to CMS/DHSS requirements and approval Graduation Event Required conceptually; timing and format proposed by Respondent Evaluation Administration DPP will independently administer participant evaluation surveys/interviews Fiscal…
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