Notice of Intent to Release RFP for Best and Brightest Medical Equipment

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services is releasing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Best and Brightest Medical Equipment. The RFP aims to provide awards for up to 34 organizations to procure and install advanced medical technology equipment, including minor facility modifications necessary for service delivery. The project is part of the Healthy Hometowns initiative, and more information can be found on the Agency's Rural Health Transformation Grant website. • The RFP is expected to be released on or around December 2025. • A question and answer period will follow the release of the RFP in Mid-December 2025. • The deadline for bid proposals is Early January 2026. • The contract is expected to be awarded in Mid-January 2026 and begin in Mid-February 2026.