Request for Proposals (RFPs)
The current filing window is for services beginning July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024.
CHA Broadband Services RFPs
(Formally Colorado Telehealth Network)
FCC Rural Healthcare Program – Frequently Asked Questions
Service Provider Identification Number. Vendors will need to obtain a SPIN in order to participate in this program: Obtain a SPIN Complete the required sections to participate in the Rural Healthcare Program. (See block 18 the form 498) https://www.usac.org/service-providers/learn/videos/fcc-form-498/
Proposals can be submitted via email: [email protected]
CHA Broadband Services works with health care providers in CO, KS, MT, WY and NM.
It does not have to be approved by the RFP deadline, but in order to participate in the program, all vendors must have a SPIN number to receive payment from USAC. http://www.usac.org/sp/default.aspx
Please send questions to [email protected].
You can find posted services: https://rhc.usac.org/hcf/public/searchPosted.htm
Search by the Broadband Services (formally Colorado Telehealth Network) HCP# 17212. Click the Details link.
Important Dates
AUG 30: All member Service Agreements and USAC Letter of Agency’s are to be finalized prior to the following funding window.
SEPT. 30: Member inventory lists must be submitted to Broadband Services. These lists should include all current and new services starting July 1.
SEPT. 1 – DEC. 31: RFPs are posted by Broadband Services. On average, USAC will post an RFP in 10-40 days.
OCT. 1 – JAN. 31: RFPs are evaluated with members and contracts are signed with service providers.
DEC. 1 – MARCH 1: Broadband Services begins filing Form 462’s (the official application request for funding).
APRIL 1: Last day of the funding window.
JULY 1, – JUNE 30: USAC funding year.
Broadband Services Team
Rob Jenkins, Senior Director: 720.330.6065
Sarah Zielinski, Operations Manager: 720.330.6086
Linda Kuhrt, Operations Support Specialist: 720.330.6013
Wendy Cann, Senior Accounting and Billing Specialist: 720.330.6054