# Regional Partnership Grant Program (RPGP)

RHTP RFA funding collaborative regional partnerships among Kansas rural health providers. Program Year 2: Up to $44 million available; application deadline November 13, 2026; performance period December 18, 2026–September 30, 2028. Issued by Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). Supports projects that transform rural healthcare delivery through sustainable models, address chronic disease, expand workforce capacity, and foster technology adoption. Eligible organizations must pursue collaborative arrangements benefiting Kansas rural communities.

## Key facts

- Status: Archived
- Type: RFA
- Issued by: Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) (Kansas)
- Posted: 2026-10-02
- Questions due: 2026-10-23
- Application due: 2026-11-13
- Funding: $44.0M
- Eligible applicants: Kansas-based Organization, Rural Hospital, CAH, Rural Health Clinic, Federally Qualified Health Center, Local Health Department, Native American Sovereign Tribe Healthcare Facility, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, Licensed Substance Use Disorder Facility, Licensed Long-Term Care Facility, Provider Networks and Consortia
- How to apply: Applications must be submitted through the KDHE Application Portal (KHAP); required attachments include PDF files and Microsoft Excel budget template. Contact KDHE for details.
- Funding source: Rural Health Transformation Program (CMS)
- Official source: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/60564/Year-2-Regional-Partnership-Grant-Program-Request-for-Application-PDF

## Eligibility

Kansas-based organizations pursuing collaborative arrangements with one or more eligible Kansas providers. Eligible providers include hospitals, physician practices (including solo practitioners), rural health clinics, provider networks and consortia, federally qualified health centers, local health departments, Native American Sovereign Tribe healthcare facilities, certified community behavioral health clinics, licensed substance use disorder facilities, and licensed long-term care facilities located in rural areas. Non-rural providers may participate only if the arrangement directly benefits rural communities.

## Requirements

Applicants must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), and SMART Vendor ID. Collaborative arrangements must designate one organization to submit the application. Applications must align with at least one RPGP objective and present a credible, measurable plan; non-compliance may result in corrective actions or funding clawback. Funds must be used exclusively for development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of regional partnership activities consistent with RPGP requirements. Administrative and indirect costs may not exceed 5% of the award. Renovations require prior CMS approval and count toward 20% cap across KS' RHTP budget. Awardees must comply with federal procurement requirements (2 CFR Part 200) and reporting obligations.

## Required attachments

- Completed application form (PDF)
- Budget template (Excel)
- Signed W-9 form

## Application package and source documents

- [KS - 2026 - Kansas Landing Page (updated: November 11, 2026)](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/a10ad786-f5cd-4e08-bd26-2f464a9a3167/file) — official: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/2361/Rural-Health-Transformation-Program
- [KS - 2026 - 2026 Regional Partnerships Grant Program (RPGP) Awardees](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/514b7e56-3782-4bef-907d-7c9af7e8f936/file) (primary) — official: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/58981/REH-CAP-and-RPGP-Award-Winners-PDF
- [KS - 2026 - KDHE Awards Nearly $80M to Strengthen Rural Health Care Across Kansas](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/cc0ef1d5-9024-4008-b314-282b9084be4e/file) — official: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/1957
- [KS - 2026 - Kansas RHT Plan Year 1 Budget Narrative Revision 1: April 2026](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/8a828338-4bea-44fe-8cc7-8d20f90ca3f7/file) — official: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/59004/20260512-Budget-Revision-1-v2-PDF
- [KS - 2026 - Kansas Department of Health and Environment Regional Partnership Grant Program (RPGP) Application](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/2e70106f-86a7-44c0-9789-d31fe3293bea/file) — official: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/60608/Year-2-Regional-Partnership-Grant-Program-RPGP-Application-PDF
- [KS - 2026 - Request for Application: Regional Partnership Grant Program](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/11177c96-593e-480f-90d4-ca4b7b9766b7/file) — official: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/60564/Year-2-Regional-Partnership-Grant-Program-Request-for-Application-PDF

More Kansas RHTP activity: https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/states/ks (markdown: https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/states/ks.md)

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Source: Rural Care Journey (RCJ), https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/opportunities/regional-partnership-grant-program-rpgp--ca9215ef18 — data as of 2026-10-04.
Cite the RCJ page for the summary and the linked official source for authoritative terms, deadlines, and amounts.