HHS Region 3 · West Virginia Department of Health
Program Overview
Led by the West Virginia Department of Health under Governor Patrick Morrisey's "Health to Prosperity" vision, the program focuses on improving rural health as a growth opportunity by addressing health barriers that affect workforce participation, including addiction recovery and treatment for behavioral and chronic diseases. It also aims to modernize care delivery and payment systems and establish West Virginia as a national hub for rural health innovation.
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County-level estimates averaged across West Virginia — % of adults 18+ unless noted. Delta vs US county average shown in red/green.
pp = percentage points vs US county average
County Drilldown (55)
| County | Pop | Poverty | Uninsured |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanawha County | 176,537 | 15.7% | 11.8% |
| Berkeley County | 129,514 | 11.1% | 7.8% |
| Monongalia County | 107,163 | 19.7% | 9.4% |
| Cabell County | 92,739 | 19.2% | 13.2% |
| Wood County | 83,407 | 14.7% | 10.3% |
| Raleigh County | 73,195 | 22.8% | 17.2% |
| Harrison County | 64,984 | 14.4% | 9.4% |
| Jefferson County | 59,260 | 8.7% | 6.3% |
| Mercer County | 58,563 | 16.5% | 13.4% |
| Putnam County | 57,177 | 10.6% | 7.2% |
| Marion County | 55,909 | 13.6% | 10.0% |
| Ohio County | 41,582 | 17.7% | 12.1% |
AI source: WV - 2026 - SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Line Event Event Date Date Printed: May 27, 2026 Page: 2 FORM ID: WV-PRC-ARFP-002 2020/05
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WV - 2025 - West Virginia Letters Of Support For The West Virginia RHTP Application
703,129 rural residents
West Virginia formally launched its Rural Health Transformation Program in April 2026 after receiving a $28.56 million federal award, backed by new legislation and a total of $199 million secured. The state has immediately announced additional funding opportunities and begun planning implementation strategies, with sub-awards and operational details to follow as the program progresses. No evidence yet confirms state-issued subgrant procurements have opened to local providers. State opportunities: 17 active (8 open, 9 closing soon, 11 past/closed), $40.9M listed funding. Key opportunities: SmartCare Catalyst Provider Productivity Support Fund; 2027-OMCFH-AHI; 604(b) Water Quality Management Planning Projects (WQMP). Strategy alignment: supports telehealth priorities.
Tackle foundational health barriers through addiction recovery, behavioral health, and chronic disease treatment while investing strategically in rural health innovation and modernizing health systems.
Key Initiatives
Timeline: Beginning with funding secured for 2026
Addiction recovery and behavioral health: Focus on treating addiction and behavioral health to improve workforce participation and community well-being. (Regions: Rural West Virginia)
Chronic disease management: Address chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, COPD, and asthma impacting rural populations. (Regions: Rural West Virginia)
West Virginia RHTP is soliciting proposals to design and implement a statewide Local Health Challenge under the Personal Health Accelerator initiative, aiming to improve population health via nutrition and physical activity interventions. This document is a funding opportunity announcement for organizations to apply. Key contacts: Mike Sheets mike.sheets@wv.gov Event schedule: - Date Issued - 05/27/2026 - Solicitation Closes - 06/09/2026 - 23:59
WV - 2025 - West Virginia Congressional Delegation Letter of Support
WV - 1900 - RHT Application | WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey
WV - 2025 - Governor Morrisey’s Letter to CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz
WV - 2025 - West Virginia Legislative Leadership Letter of Support
WV - 1900 - RHT Letters of Support | WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey
WV - 2026 - CMS RHTP 50-State Spotlight (FY2026) — West Virginia
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WV - 2026 - WV Department of Health
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WV - 2026 - RHTP Listserv | WV Department of Health
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WV - 2026 - WV RHTP Frequently Asked Questions.pdf
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WV - 2026 - RHT Detailed Summary | WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey
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WV - 2026 - RHT Strategic Priorities | WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey
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WV - 2026 - RHT Flagship Initiatives | WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey
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WV - 2025 - RHT Public Input Process | WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey
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WV - 2026 - Staff | WV Department of Health
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WV - 2026 - RHTP Resources | WV Department of Health
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WV - 2041 - RHTP Leadership | WV Department of Health
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DIVISION OF HEALTH Rural Health Tansformation Program
Due Jun 9, 2026
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WV - 2025 - RHTP Detailed Line Item Budget.xlsx
Attachment: RHTP Detailed Line Item Budget.xlsx
WV - 2025 - RHTP DLIB Budget Instructions.pdf
Attachment: RHTP DLIB Budget Instructions.pdf
WV - 2026 - RHTP Grantee Contact Information Form.pdf
Attachment: RHTP Grantee Contact Information Form.pdf
WV - 2026 - Create Statewide Local Health Challenge AFA_Final (1).pdf
Attachment: Create Statewide Local Health Challenge AFA_Final (1).pdf
WV - 2026 - SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Line Event Event Date Date Printed: May 27, 2026 Page: 2 FORM ID: WV-PRC-ARFP-002 2020/05
Attachment: Final_GFO_0506_2600000000260_1_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
DIVISION OF HEALTH Rural Health Tansformation Program
Due May 28, 2026
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WV - 2025 - RHTP Detailed Line Item Budget.xlsx
Attachment: RHTP Detailed Line Item Budget.xlsx
DIVISION OF HEALTH Rural Health Tansformation Program
Due May 22, 2026
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WV - 2026 - FINAL SCC AFA - Provider Productivity Support Fund.pdf
Attachment: FINAL SCC AFA - Provider Productivity Support Fund.pdf
West Virginia RHTP is soliciting proposals to design and implement a statewide Local Health Challenge under the Personal Health Accelerator initiative, aiming to improve population health via nutrition and physical activity interventions. This document is a funding opportunity announcement for organizations to apply. Key contacts: Mike Sheets mike.sheets@wv.gov Event schedule: - Date Issued - 05/27/2026 - Solicitation Closes - 06/09/2026 - 23:59
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Core Initiatives
WV RHTP released a new Personal Health Accelerator AFA for local health challenge initiatives. Application instructions are posted on wvOASIS. Multiple new opportunities will roll out on a rolling basis. Event schedule: - AFA Application Due - 06/09/2026 - ET - wvOASIS VSS portal - AFA Release Webinar - 05/29/2026 - 11:00 AM-12:00 PM ET - YouTube livestream
This summary compiles CMS Office of Rural Health Transformation’s high-level overview of each state’s FY26 application. Initiatives span digital health, rural workforce growth, population health, and technology modernization. Maternal health, chronic disease management, behavioral health, and preventive services are top priorities across states.
Core Initiatives
West Virginia is offering up to $3.4 million for one-year grants under the RHTP Personal Health Accelerator Statewide Local Health Challenge to catalyze measurable improvements in chronic disease, nutrition, physical activity, and workforce participation, using county-level piloting, data integration, milestone-based incentive payments, and scaling to all rural counties by Year 5. The funding supports prevention-focused, outcomes-based interventions with strict accountability for measurable results, data sharing, and sustainability. Key contacts: Mike Sheets mike.sheets@wv.gov Event schedule: - Date of Release - 05/27/2026 - Application Deadline - 06/09/2026 - 11:59pm - Apply via WVOASIS portal - Funding Expenditure Deadline - 07/31/2027 - Quarterly invoice due date - 15 - 00:00 unspecified - unspecified - Quarterly reconciliation due date - 15 (of the month following quarter end) - 00:00 unspecified - unspecified - Submission deadline for any missing documents including closing documents - 30 days after end date of the grant - unspecified unspecified - unspecified
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Core Initiatives
Announcement of a statewide RHTP solicitation in West Virginia to fund a health challenge grant aimed at population health improvement. Opportunity details and deadlines provided. Webinar scheduled for guidance. Event schedule: - Final application deadline - 06/09/2026 - ET - wvOASIS Vendor Self Service portal - AFA Release Webinar - May 29, 2026 - 11:00 AM-12:00 PM ET - YouTube livestream - West Virginia RHTP Stream
Core Initiatives
The application deadline for the six original AFAs is being extended from May 11th to May 13th due to technical problems. Applicants are encouraged to use the extra time to submit their materials. Event schedule: - Application New Deadline - 05/13/2020 - 11:59 PM
This summary email lists recent RHTP-related news items including a nearly $4M investment announced by WV Governor Morrisey to expand workforce recruitment and a new advisory council member selected in Michigan. It provides updates on workforce-focused activities under RHTP. Event schedule: - RHTP Daily update ⋅ May 15, 2026 NEWS Governors' Policy Actions in Rural Health Workforce National Governors Association This brief, part of NGA's RHTP memo action series, outlines key policy actions across several areas: career pathways, education and training, ... Flag as irrelevant Governor Morrisey Announces New Investments Totaling Nearly $4M to Expand Workforce ... WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey - WV.gov ... ( RHTP ) to strengthen healthcare workforce recruitment efforts and expand ... The latest rollout brings total funding opportunities announced through the ... Flag as irrelevant Bur Selected for RHTP Advisory Council - Northern Today Northern Today - Northern Michigan University ... ( RHTP ) Advisory Council. The group will provide insight on rural health priorities, review program progress and offer recommendations to Michigan ... Flag as irrelevant See more results | Edit this alert You have received this email because you have subscribed to Google Alerts . Unsubscribe | View all your alerts Receive this alert as RSS feed Send Feedback
- Governor Morrisey Announces Additional 295 Million Rural Health Transformation Funding Link: https://governor.wv.gov/article/governor-morrisey-announces-additional-295-million-rural-health-transformation-funding
This document is a detailed budget worksheet for the West Virginia Departments of Health, Health Facilities, and Human Services under the RHTP, revised in August 2025. The sheet outlines required line items and cost categories for federal and matching funds but does not specify recipients or actual reported totals. It is used for internal planning and reporting of RHTP allocations.
The WV RHT Program launches a comprehensive statewide strategic plan investing $1 billion to transform rural health and workforce outcomes via seven flagship initiatives including telehealth, workforce training, payment modernization, and health innovation. This effort aims to reverse decades-long health and economic challenges in West Virginia.
Core Initiatives
West Virginia is applying for RHTP funding to transform rural health by investing in technology, workforce, and chronic disease prevention. The plan outlines seven major initiatives including telehealth, rural care transportation, rural provider workforce, and data-enabled payment reform. The application resulted from broad community engagement and proposes measurable outcomes for rural access, provider finances, and chronic disease management.
The West Virginia Rural Health Transformation Program is soliciting proposals for a grantee to provide virtual, case-based clinical training and specialty consultation to rural healthcare providers, aiming to enhance provider skills without relocation. Key contacts: Mike Sheets mike.sheets@wv.gov; Carrie L. Jeffries carrie.l.jeffries@wv.gov Event schedule: - Applicant Questions Close - 05/20/2026
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Reference: aims to strengthen rural health systems statewide. The state's nearly $200 million award from the federal government for 2026 Link: https://wvpublic.org/story/health-science/first-round-of-rural-health-transformation-funds-now-available/amp/
West Virginia received a nearly $200 million federal award for 2026 to strengthen rural health systems statewide. The document announces availability of the first round of Rural Health Transformation funds in the state. Event schedule: - RHTP Daily update ⋅ May 17, 2026 NEWS First Round Of Rural Health Transformation Funds Now Available - West Virginia Public Broadcasting West Virginia Public Broadcasting The state's nearly $200 million award from the federal government for 2026 aims to strengthen rural health systems statewide. Flag as irrelevant Senator Collins Attends Grand Opening of Millinocket Regional Hospital's New Emergency ... Senator Susan Collins Senator Collins supported the new emergency department with nearly $13.4 million in Congressionally Directed Spending. 2026 Millinocket ED. Flag as irrelevant Illinois critical access hospital network executive director joins national discussion on rural ... The Troy Times Tribune Representing the voice of rural Illinois hospitals and ICAHN's members, Warner emphasized the critical role rural hospitals play not only in providing ... Flag as irrelevant See more results - Edit this alert You have received this email because you have subscribed to Google Alerts . Unsubscribe | View all your alerts Receive this alert as RSS feed Send Feedback
The document is a letter from West Virginia's congressional delegation expressing strong support for the state's RHT Program application, emphasizing a bold statewide plan to modernize rural health care and expand access.
Core Initiatives
The program is funded with at least $500 million from federal sources, guided by Governor Patrick Morrisey's vision of seven flagship initiatives designed to revolutionize rural healthcare. The program spans fiscal years 2026 to 2030 and is part of the nationwide Rural Health Transformation Program administered by CMS.
Core Initiatives
WV - 2026 - RHTP (RHTP) Update
May 27, 2026 16:00
·EmailWV - 2026 - RHTP Update: New Solicitation Released for Personal Health Accelerator (PHA)
May 27, 2026 16:00
·EmailWV - 2026 - West Virginia RHTP Mountain State Care Force 2026 Announcement
WV - 2026 - The West Virginia Rural Health Program is seeking proposals from entities to help rural hospitals, clinics, and stand-alone provider
WV - 2026 - The West Virginia RHTP is seeking proposals for a grantee who will be responsible for providing
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WV - 2026 - WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey
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WV - 2026 - Stroke Smart West Virginia | WV Department of Health
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WV - 2025 - RHTP DLIB Budget Instructions.pdf
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WV - 2026 - RHTP Grantee Contact Information Form.pdf
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WV - 2026 - The West Virginia RHTP is seeking proposals for a grantee who will be responsible for providing
Attachment: Final_GFO_0506_2600000000246_1_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
WV - 2026 - West Virginia RHTP Mountain State Care Force 2026 Announcement
Attachment: MSCF AFA - Rural Provider Upskilling & Mentorships 051426.pdf
WV - 2026 - The West Virginia RHTP is seeking proposals for a grantee who will be responsible for providing
Attachment: Final_GFO_0506_2600000000246_2_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
WV - 2025 - RHTP Detailed Line Item Budget.xlsx
Attachment: RHTP Detailed Line Item Budget.xlsx
WV - 2025 - RHTP DLIB Budget Instructions.pdf
Attachment: RHTP DLIB Budget Instructions.pdf
WV - 2026 - RHTP Grantee Contact Information Form.pdf
Attachment: RHTP Grantee Contact Information Form.pdf
WV - 2026 - The West Virginia Rural Health Program is seeking proposals from entities to help rural hospitals, clinics, and stand-alone provider
Attachment: Final_GFO_0506_2600000000243_1_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
WV - 2026 - The West Virginia Rural Health Program is seeking proposals from entities to help rural hospitals, clinics, and stand-alone provider
Attachment: Final_GFO_0506_2600000000243_2_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
Core Initiatives
West Virginia will use a $200M RHTP award to transform rural health with programs including Mountain State Care Force. This Year 1 AFA seeks a lead grantee for statewide virtual clinical training and upskilling in key chronic and behavioral health areas, requiring 1:1 private match. The initiative aims to build sustainable workforce models, reduce external referrals, leverage data integration, and support measurable health and workforce outcomes. Key contacts: Mike Sheets mike.sheets@wv.gov Event schedule: - Date of Release - 05/13/2026 - Application Deadline - 05/28/2026 - WVOASIS VSS Portal - Funding Period Ends - 07/31/2027
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Core Initiatives
This solicitation seeks proposals to assist rural hospitals and provider offices in West Virginia with financial support to modernize operations, invest in technology, restructure service lines, and establish shared service collaboratives. Key contacts: Carrie L. Jeffries carrie.l.jeffries@wv.gov; Mike Sheets mike.sheets@wv.gov Event schedule: - Application questions deadline - 05/14/2026 - Solicitation closes - 05/22/2026 - 23:59
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West Virginia RHTP announced two open MSCF funding opportunities: a direct sub-award campaign for workforce recruitment and a competitive grant for rural provider upskilling. Comprehensive application instructions were provided, and an informational webinar is scheduled to introduce applicants to new AFA releases. Additional opportunities will be released on a rolling basis. Event schedule: - Final application deadline (all solicitations) - 05/28/2026 - ET - AFA Release Webinar - 05/04/2026 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET - YouTube livestream at West Virginia RHTP Stream
Core Initiatives
The West Virginia RHTP announced two new procurement/grant opportunities focused on workforce recruitment, marketing, and provider upskilling for 2026. One is a direct sub-award for the Mountain State Care Force, while the other is a competitive grant for rural provider mentorships. Additional solicitations and program updates are released on a rolling basis via newsletter. Event schedule: - AFA Application Due (Mountain State Care Force campaign) - 05/28/2026 - ET - wvOASIS portal - AFA Release Webinar - 05/15/2026 - 11:00 AM-12:00 PM ET - YouTube livestream: West Virginia RHTP Stream - Informational Webinar (recording available) - 03/24/2026 - YouTube
Core Initiatives
Core Initiatives
RHTP West Virginia is soliciting proposals for a grantee to provide ongoing virtual case-based clinical training and specialty consultation to rural healthcare providers in West Virginia to strengthen local rural care delivery without requiring provider relocation. Key contacts: William M Sheets mike.sheets@wv.gov Event schedule: - Application Close Date - 05/28/2026 - 11:59 PM ET - Questions Close - 05/20/2026 - 5:00 PM ET
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HIPPA-BAA Form.pdf
Final_ARFQ_0512_WSH2600000007_1_WV_ARFQ_FORM.PDF
Solicitation for Clinical Dietitian Consulting Services at William R. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital (ARFQ WSH2600000007)
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2026 - aims to strengthen rural health systems statewide. The state's nearly $200 million award from the federal government for 2026
Final_GFO_0506_2600000000207_1_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
Final_GFO_0304_2600000000244_1_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
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FY2027 Service Center GIA Application 5 13 2026.pdf
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FY2027 LCG Grant Guidelines and Application.pdf
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Final_GFO_0313_2600000000202_1_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
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Appendix C - Application Forms.docx
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CLSP EXHIBITS FOR FY 2027 BLANK.pdf
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WVSILC RYPAS GRANT AGREEMENT FOR FY 2027.pdf
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FY2027 GIA Application.pdf
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MCC_AFA_FY2026-2027.docx
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CRFQ 0506 HHR2600000002_Solicitation Documents.pdf
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Addendum No 1.pdf
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Final_CRFQ_0506_HHR2600000002_2_WV_CRFQ_FORM.PDF
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Final_CRFQ_0506_HHR2600000002_1_WV_CRFQ_FORM.PDF
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PLEASE READ-INSTRUCTIONS TO VENDORS.pdf
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Final_GFO_0506_2600000000258_1_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
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Final_ARFQ_0512_WSH2600000007_2_WV_ARFQ_FORM.PDF
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Final_CSSD_0506_EPS2600000001_1_WV_CSSD_FORM.PDF
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Final_ARFQ_0506_EHS2600000003_1_WV_ARFQ_FORM.PDF
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Final_CRFQ_0506_HHR2600000001_1_WV_CRFQ_FORM.PDF
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PLEASE READ-INSTRUCTIONS TO VENDORS.pdf
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SSA 5 Notice of GFO.pdf
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Final_GFO_0932_2600000000200_1_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
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Final_GFO_0932_2600000000201_2_WV_ARFP_FORM.PDF
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West Virginia EEOP Utilization Report [Seal: DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF JUSTICE PROGRAMS] RHTP 2016
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West Virginia EEOP Utilization Report Wed Oct 26 13:46:20 EDT 2016 RHTP
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Addendum No 1 Exhibit A Pricing Pages.pdf
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Request for Quotations (DHHR -43 REV. 11/1/17)
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