Expansion of Cookville Community Response Program

The Tennessee Department of Health is preparing for a procurement opportunity related to the expansion of the Cookville Community Response Program. This is a pre-RFP signal indicating that the city of Cookeville is seeking funding to scale its existing emergency medical services. During a recent City Council meeting, the Community Development Department discussed the need for three full-time and three part-time EMTs, along with a new vehicle to enhance the Cookville Community Response Fleet. This initiative is part of a broader effort under the Make Rural Tennessee Healthy Again Grant Program, which is funded through a significant state initiative aimed at improving healthcare in rural areas. An excerpt from the meeting highlights the request: “The city of Cookville is requesting funding to scale and expand our existing Cookville Community Response Program. Specifically, we are requesting funding of three full-time and three part-time EMTs and a new upfitted vehicle to add to the Cookville Community Response Fleet. The total amount requested is $1,700,330 over a 5-year contract period to support the expansion and continued operation of the program.” Agency: Tennessee Department of Health Signal type: pre_rfp Sentinel confidence: 100/100 Independent mentions: 1 Meeting date: 2026-08-17 / jurisdiction: Cookeville TN Vendors interested in this opportunity should monitor for the upcoming formal RFP, as the city moves forward with its funding request and program expansion.