27EHSCARHTPRURALPARTNERSRFA: Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) Rural Partners RFA

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services is issuing this Request for Applications for the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), a five-year, 800 million dollar federal investment supported by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The program aims to strengthen healthcare access, improve population health, and advance long-term well-being across rural Massachusetts. Eligible rural facilities, providers, municipalities, and community organizations can apply for technical assistance, planning support, and direct funding across various priority areas, including workforce development, technology, and facility modernization. The initial participation period runs from October 30, 2026, through September 30, 2027, with future participation subject to new procurement processes. Direct funding is available for critical capital updates, with caps of 2.5 million dollars for rural hospitals, 1.5 million dollars for primary care sites, and 1 million dollars for rural nursing facilities or behavioral health and substance use disorder units. Awards are determined based on program priorities, community need, and the scope of applications, with priority given to organizations facing persistent workforce vacancies or limited internal capacity. Applicants must submit a completed PDF application and partnership validation forms via email by October 26, 2026. Oversight includes performance monitoring through progress reports and fiscal monitoring to ensure expenditures align with approved budgets and federal requirements.