Rooted in New Mexico (RiNM) RFP — Rural Health Workforce

Summary

The New Mexico Health Care Authority is accepting proposals for Rooted in New Mexico as part of its federally funded Rural Health Transformation Program. This initiative is focused on improving rural health systems by strengthening the workforce, expanding access to care, supporting long-term sustainability, and funding innovative projects for rural, frontier, and Tribal communities. Proposals should build workforce pathways, strengthen rural training and clinical education, and improve recruitment and retention of health professionals. Annual funding is tied to performance, with the goal to engage providers, communities, and regional infrastructure throughout New Mexico.

Eligibility

Applicants must serve or support rural, frontier, or Tribal communities in New Mexico and propose projects that expand workforce pathways, improve clinical education, or strengthen recruitment and retention in rural health settings. Eligibility may include providers, health care organizations, nonprofits, community-based groups, governments, or Tribal entities, per RFP and application materials.

Requirements Checklist

• Applicants should address workforce pathway development, rural training and clinical education, recruitment and retention of health care professionals, and administrative or operational support in line with RHTP goals. Final requirements, attachments, and detailed proposal instructions are specified in the official RFP and program guidance.