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Delta Cardiovascular Network

Modernizing cardiovascular diagnostics through a centralized Cardiology Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). Download the RFP below.

RFP Issued
October 15, 2026
Date of public notice
Questions Due
October 30, 2026
Submit in writing by email
Proposals Due
November 15, 2026
Submit by email to Jbedford@nwmrmc.org
Anticipated Award
November 30, 2026
Subject to NWMRMC approval
Project Overview

Building a stronger network for heart care.

The Delta Cardiovascular Network is designed to modernize cardiovascular diagnostics through the implementation of a centralized Cardiology Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) to enhance the management, accessibility, and sharing of cardiovascular diagnostic imaging and information.

NWMRMC is seeking a complete, operational cardiology PACS solution covering EKG, echocardiography/ultrasound, vascular, and nuclear stress workflows — including structured reporting, interfaces with Medhost/EMR, secure remote-ready access, training, go-live support, and ongoing maintenance.

This project (award APP-01269) is funded through the Health Technology Advancement and Modernization Initiative (HTAM) under the State of Mississippi’s Rural Health Transformation Initiative.

Proposals are due November 15, 2026 Complete the Vendor Response Workbook and email your proposal to Jbedford@nwmrmc.org. Questions are due by October 30, 2026.
Project Details

What vendors need to know.

A summary of the requirements in the RFP. The downloadable Vendor Response Workbook contains the complete specifications, forms, and instructions.

01

Centralized Cardiology PACS

Licensing, centralized worklists, image access and management, and reporting for EKG, echocardiography/ultrasound, vascular, and nuclear stress workflows.

02

Structured Reporting & Routing

Standardized interpretation, report finalization, and electronic routing of results to Medhost/EMR or the applicable report repository.

03

Interoperability Interfaces

Design, build, test, and document interfaces for patient demographics, ADT, orders, results, and report/PDF output, with acceptance signoff.

04

Security & Data Governance

Role-based and remote-ready access, audit capabilities, encryption, backup and disaster recovery, data ownership, and a Business Associate Agreement where applicable.

05

Workflow, Training & Go-Live

Current and future workflow documentation, implementation planning, user acceptance testing, staff and provider training, go-live support, and stabilization.

06

Dashboard, Support & Closeout

A monthly performance dashboard (study volume, report turnaround, pending reads), plus warranty, service levels, maintenance, upgrades, and closeout documentation.

Project Documents

Solicitation documents.

Download the official solicitation documents below. Complete the Vendor Response Workbook in Excel and submit it by email with your proposal.

Delta Cardiovascular PACS RFP

Vendor Response Workbook (Excel) for APP-01269: requirements matrix, security & interoperability questions, price proposal, and required forms.

Updated Download

Public Notice (Newspaper)

The official public notice for the Rural Health Transformation Initiative Requests for Proposals, revised with updated dates (PDF).

Addenda & Clarifications

Any changes, clarifications, or corrections issued after the RFP is released will be posted here.

None Issued

Questions & Answers

Written answers to vendor questions (due October 30, 2026) will be posted here for all prospective respondents.

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Questions About This Project?

We're here to help vendors respond.

All questions about this solicitation must be submitted in writing by email to the contact below by October 30, 2026. Answers will be posted on this page so every prospective vendor receives the same information.

Email Your Questions

Questions & Submissions

ContactJeff Bedford, CFO
EmailJbedford@nwmrmc.org
Phone662-624-3480
Question DeadlineOctober 30, 2026

NWMRMC reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, to waive informalities, and to amend or cancel this solicitation in the best interest of the hospital.

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