Supports practical, scalable strategies for statewide EMS trauma and stroke response improvement in Alabama. Funds projects to initiate or expand hospital-referral services, protocol implementation, EMS/hospital care coordination, training, system development, and operational support, with a focus on direct benefit to rural Alabama communities.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants include EMS agencies or other qualified entities with experience coordinating multi-partner EMS and hospital networks capable of carrying out eligible Statewide EMS Trauma and Stroke Initiative projects. Applicants must have a valid Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), maintain an active SAM.gov registration, and demonstrate capacity for system development, protocol implementation, training, care coordination, and operational support. Applicants do not need to be physically located in a rural area, but must clearly demonstrate benefit to rural Alabama communities.
Applicants must submit all required documentation, including: Certificate of Existence from Alabama Secretary of State (issued within 30 days), current SAM.gov registration, signed IRS Form W-9, Alabama Vendor Disclosure Statement, written policies/procedures on conflicts of interest and internal controls, financial statements for last three years, audit reports (if applicable), project plan (ADECA template), grant budget workbook and narrative, documentation for matching funds/in-kind contributions, and any project-specific supporting materials required by ADECA.
Required attachments
Certificate of Existence (Alabama Secretary of State, <30 days)
SAM.gov registration
IRS Form W-9
Alabama Vendor Disclosure Statement
Conflict of Interest, Financial Management, Internal Controls, and Procurement policies
Financial statements for last 3 completed fiscal years
Audit reports (last 3 years, or explanation for unaudited periods)