Career Pathway Programs for Clinical Support Roles Services

Public Notice: March 25th, 2026

Deadline for Questions: April 8th, 2026

Pre-Bid Meeting: April 16th, 2026

Response to Questions: April 29th, 2026

Deadline for Receipt of Proposals: May 13th, 2026

Estimated Notification of Award: July 8th, 2026

This RFP seeks vendors to provide comprehensive career pathway programs for clinical support roles in Delaware. The objective is to collaborate with health systems, educational institutions, facilities, and community organizations to expand and develop workforce training programs, particularly targeting rural and underserved communities within the state.

Qualified vendors will create and support training for non-physician healthcare professionals such as nurse practitioners, physician assistants, community health workers, dental professionals, paramedics, and other clinical support staff. The programs should support the development, expansion, and student assistance that establish sustainable pipelines from training through rural workforce placement.

The initiative aims to fund new and expanded training programs, build career pathways, and offer structured routes from career exploration to certification and employment—encompassing K–12 pipeline programs, apprenticeships, and career ladders with advancing credentials. Priority training areas include dementia care, substance use disorder treatment, emergency medical services, preventive oral health, maternal and child health, behavioral health, and chronic disease management.