Bid guide
How to bid on Rural Health Transformation Program Facility Upgrades for AHS
What the Agency of Human Services is buying
The Vermont Agency of Human Services is seeking proposals for facility upgrades at existing rural healthcare sites. This effort is part of the larger Rural Health Transformation (RHT) grant, which aims to improve healthcare access and affordability across Vermont.
Vendors can bid on projects to upgrade various facilities, including hospitals, primary care and specialty clinics, home health and hospice agencies, skilled nursing and long-term care facilities, adult day centers, and mental health and substance use disorder providers. The goal is to support service realignment, shared operations, and integrated care delivery as part of Vermont’s regionalization strategy.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP #RHT_AHS_009_FY26) was published on June 19, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 17, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET.
All responses must be submitted by this deadline. Late submissions may not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in facility upgrades, construction, or renovation services for healthcare settings. Firms with experience in healthcare equipment and supplies, medical services, or general medical equipment and supplies may also find relevant work.
The work location is state-wide across Vermont, focusing on rural health care facilities and service delivery sites.
How to access and respond to the solicitation
To access the solicitation, you need to view the original source on the Vermont Business Registry & Bid System. This will open the bid's preview page, and no login is needed.
On that page, you will find the description, work location, and instructions on how to obtain the full bid documents. These documents typically come from the listed contact person. You must respond as directed in the posting before the close date. Registering on the Vermont Business Registry (which is free) will also ensure you receive notifications for future Vermont bids.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, clearly demonstrate your understanding of the project's goals, especially how facility upgrades support service realignment and integrated care delivery within Vermont's regionalization strategy. Highlight your experience with similar healthcare facility projects.
Ensure your proposal addresses how your upgrades will contribute to long-term overhead and upkeep costs being commensurate with patient volume. Pay close attention to all instructions for obtaining and submitting bid documents, and consider using Microsoft Edge for the best experience when opening attachments, as other browsers may have compatibility issues.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Agency of Human Services - Office of the Secretary; the original posting controls.