# Rural Ohio Clinically Integrated Networks and Rural Health Innovation Hubs

Solicitation for subrecipients to coordinate, develop, or expand rural clinically integrated networks and rural health innovation hubs in Ohio's 73 rural counties, focusing on expanding access to maternal care and establishing sustainable healthcare collaborations under the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The total estimated available budget is up to $61.7 million with preference for projects increasing access to maternal care and for rural-based applicants.

## Key facts

- Status: Closed
- Type: RFP
- Issued by: Ohio Department of Health - Center of Public Health Excellence (CPHE) (Ohio)
- Posted: 2026-07-06
- Application due: 2026-09-01
- Funding: $61.7M
- Eligible applicants: State Government, Local Government, Indian Tribal Government, Institution of Higher Education, Non-profit Organization, Faith-based Organization, Community-based Organization, Tribal Organization, Hospital, Healthcare Organization
- How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via email to Procurement@odh.ohio.gov as described in the RFP, with 'DOH59718- Entity’s Name Proposals' in the subject line. Each component (Technical and Cost Proposals) must be in clearly labeled PDF documents.
- Funding source: Rural Health Transformation Program (CMS)
- Official source: https://odh.ohio.gov/about-us/funding-opportunities/sfy-27/doh597-18-rural-health-innovation

## Eligibility

Eligible applicants include State, Local, and Indian Tribal Governments; institutions of higher education; non-profit organizations (including faith-based, community-based, and tribal organizations); hospitals; and other healthcare organizations located in Ohio with at least 5 years of experience delivering health services in one or more of the 73 counties of focus. Projects must benefit residents of those 73 rural counties as described in Appendix A of the RFP.

## Requirements

Applicants must submit a technical proposal and a completed cost proposal form. Proposals must describe the establishment or expansion of a clinically integrated network (CIN) or rural health hub, detail plans for governance, partnerships, data sharing, workforce development, and sustainability, and delineate budget allocations specifically increasing access to maternal care in rural communities, if applicable. Mandatory documentation includes proof of organizational leadership support, evidence of required experience, and clinician participation. Proposals must be submitted by email to Procurement@odh.ohio.gov per detailed RFP instructions.

## Required attachments

- Cost Proposal Form
- Technical Proposal
- Letters of Executive Support (lead organization)
- Proof of Experiential Requirements

## Application package and source documents

- [OH - 2027 - Rural Ohio Clinically Integrated Networks and Rural Health Innovation Hubs (July 2026 listserv solicitation invitation)](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/c33743b8-4e28-454c-84cd-3df26acf92ef/file)
- [OH - 2026 - Rural Ohio Clinically Integrated Networks and Rural Health Innovation Hubs RFP (Primary solicitation invitation page)](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/a51fa6c9-ba19-4a08-8bd2-33665b7ff8b7/file) — official: https://odh.ohio.gov/about-us/funding-opportunities/sfy-27/doh597-18-rural-health-innovation
- [OH - 2026 - Request For Proposal For Subrecipients: Rural Ohio Clinically Integrated Networks And Rural Health Innovation Hubs – RFP# Doh59718 (Subrecipient RFP (PDF))](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/0d6b47ee-82fc-44c7-95f3-b0ab58be0aca/file) (primary) — official: https://odh.ohio.gov/about-us/funding-opportunities/sfy-27/doh597-18-rural-health-innovation#attachment/DOH59718-+RHT-SFY27-+Rural+Health+Innovation+Hubs-ODH+SUBREC+RFP.pdf
- [OH - 2026 - DOH59718 Rural Health Innovation Hubs Cost Proposal Form (Cost Proposal Form (XLSX))](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/6e33bd14-1afa-480c-bbc2-50496c2fb9f9/file) — official: https://odh.ohio.gov/about-us/funding-opportunities/sfy-27/doh597-18-rural-health-innovation#attachment/DOH59718-RHT-SFY26-27-+Rural+Health+Innovation+Hubs_Cost+Proposal+Form.xlsx
- [OH - 2026 - DOH59718 Bidders Call - Slides (Bidders Call Slides)](https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/api/documents/6aa64608-707d-4c4b-b7f6-53596853add8/file) — official: https://odh.ohio.gov/wps/wcm/connect/gov/c295afa0-88d8-44b6-83ae-d7a12b77f231/DOH59718+Bidders+Call+-+Slides.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CONVERT_TO=url

More Ohio RHTP activity: https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/states/oh (markdown: https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/states/oh.md)

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Source: Rural Care Journey (RCJ), https://www.ruralcarejourney.com/opportunities/rural-ohio-clinically-integrated-networks-and-rural-health-innovation-hubs--dc7df2cf54 — data as of 2026-09-02.
Cite the RCJ page for the summary and the linked official source for authoritative terms, deadlines, and amounts.