State Agencies · Partnerships · 5 min read
Who should state agencies administering RHTP partner with for RHTP success?
Because states apply and are accountable; sub-recipients (providers, plans, vendors) deliver, state agencies administering RHTP succeed through partnerships: State agencies are the hub: they receive the award and distribute it through their own competitive and formula mechanisms. Strong proposals show a coordinated set of partners rather than a single organization acting alone.
Why partnerships win
RHTP rewards statewide, sustainable approaches. State agencies are the hub: they receive the award and distribute it through their own competitive and formula mechanisms. A proposal that names committed partners and a clear division of labor is more credible than a solo bid.
Who to bring to the table
For state agencies administering RHTP, the most valuable partners typically include the state agency holding the award, anchor providers, and the technology or service partners that deliver and measure the work.
Aligning incentives
Slow solicitation design delays spend-down and risks under-obligation against annual federal expectations.
Frequently asked questions
- Can state agencies administering RHTP apply alone?
- Rarely effectively. RHTP favors coordinated, statewide approaches, so partnerships materially improve competitiveness.
Figures reflect the CMS Rural Health Transformation Program NOFO and the December 2025 award announcement. RHTP Tracker is an independent resource by Moodr Health and is not affiliated with CMS.