The RFP shall require each Applicant to submit the following

1. (1) Applicant contact information;
2. (2) Narrative description of the Applicant;
3. (3) Narrative summary of request for grant funding, including the total amount of grant funding requested, justification for the amount requested and a timetable for expenditure of funds;
4. (4) A plan that defines specific goals for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the hospital’s care over a multi-year period;
5. (5) The programs the Applicant shall use to meet the goals, and the evidence-base for these programs where applicable;
6. (6) A budget necessary to implement the plan, including a detailed description of any funding or in-kind contributions the Applicant will be providing in support of the proposal;
7. (7) A plan for sustaining any investments after the expiration of grant funds;
8. (8) Any other private funding or private sector participation the Applicant anticipates in support of the proposal; and
9. (9) Any other information as specified in the RFP.