The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) has launched a dedicated resource page to assist members in navigating the Rural Health Transformation Project (RHTP) – www.sdaho.org/rhtp
This new webpage serves as a centralized hub to help you identify and apply for critical funding opportunities. Key resources include:
Comprehensive Tip Sheet
Our step-by-step guide simplifies the application process by walking you through the open.sd.gov portal. This tool helps you locate RFP bids and understand essential contract details, such as:
- Key Timelines: Due dates and schedules of activities.
- Contract Essentials: Standard terms, scope of work, and contract length.
- Submission Requirements: Company qualifications, response formats, and evaluation criteria.
- Financials: Cost proposal guidelines and award expectations.
RFP Summary & State Links
To save you time, we have included a RHTP RFP Summary Table. This table provides a snapshot of active opportunities, including RFP numbers, program descriptions, and critical deadlines for letters of intent and final submissions.
You will also find direct links to the South Dakota Department of Health’s RHTP web page for the latest state announcements.
RHTP Webinar March 12
Join SDAHO’s Becky Heisinger, MBA, PMP, CGMS, CPHQ, Director of Rural Health Initiatives, for the informational webinar Key Considerations for Successful Rural Health Transformation Grant Submission on March 12 at 2pm CST/1pm MST. This webinar will provide practical guidance for healthcare staff and leaders considering these funding opportunities. Participants will learn key factors to consider before applying, strategies for preparing a competitive proposal, and important tips for managing grants after an award is received. This webinar is free to SDAHO members. Click here to register.
Questions? Please reach out to Becky Heisinger at Becky.Heisinger@sdaho.org.



