How to bid on LIFT Alliance project management for the University of Utah

What the University is buying

The University of Utah seeks a qualified firm or individual consultant to manage the establishment and governance of a statewide telehealth alliance under the LIFT Initiative. The work includes recruiting and convening stakeholders and setting up the Alliance’s governance structure.

This work supports Utah’s Rural Health Transformation Program. The statewide telehealth needs assessment and later funded projects are outside this contract. The University may choose not to enter into an agreement after reviewing proposals.

Key dates and the deadline

Questions are due October 28, 2026. Proposals are due November 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET. The contract term is November 16, 2026, through September 30, 2027.

Submit before the closing time through BidNet Direct or as the notice directs. Do not wait until the deadline to finish the submission; allow time to check the required documents and confirm that the response went through.

Who this opportunity suits

This RFP may suit a consultant or firm with relevant professional-services experience in project management, stakeholder recruitment and convening, and establishing governance for a multi-stakeholder alliance.

A strong fit will be able to explain how it would organize the Alliance and position it to guide the broader LIFT initiative, while keeping the proposed work within this contract’s scope.

How to access and respond

Open the solicitation on BidNet Direct using the “View original source” option. The title and dates are public; sign in with a free BidNet Direct vendor account to view the full notice, documents, and addenda.

Submit your response through BidNet Direct or follow the submission direction in the notice. Check the listing for addenda before submitting, and follow the notice’s instructions for questions and proposal delivery.

Prepare a focused proposal

Explain your approach to recruiting and convening a statewide group and establishing its governance. Make clear how you would manage this work during the stated contract term.

Show relevant experience and identify the people who would do the work. Keep the proposal focused on Alliance establishment and governance; do not include the needs assessment or later funded projects as work under this contract.

Review the full RFP and any addenda carefully. Submit questions by October 28 if you need clarification, and check your response for completeness before the November 4 deadline.