FIRST STATE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT QUALITY FUND
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What is the First State Quality Improvement Fund?
The First State Quality Improvement Fund (FSQIF) was established by law in 1996. It is funded through the general fund and subject to annual appropriation by the General Assembly. The intent of this legislation is to improve performance and delivery of services to state citizens by helping state agencies and employees to implement quality management, performance budgeting, and other quality-related initiatives.
What types of initiatives can be supported through this program?
The FSQIF provides funds for state agency initiatives that promote long-term commitment to continuous quality improvement. Funding may be granted to state agencies for the following types of activities:
- Creating quality management plans for state agencies
- Establishing performance-based budgeting measures to quantify effectiveness
- Re-engineering work processes
- Team building
- Supporting customer satisfaction initiatives
- Empowering state employees
- Engaging vendors or consultants to help:
- Set directions and goals
- Conduct seminars or facilitations for executive level managers
- Implement quality initiatives throughout an agency
- Train state employees to be trainers who can sustain initiatives in other department
All initiatives must be directed toward improving the quality of service of state agencies by promoting improved customer service and higher standards of excellence for a more efficient and productive state government.
Who can apply for these funds?
State agencies (including all executive departments), offices of state elected officials, and the Courts are eligible to apply for funds by submitting a Request For Proposal (RFP) before the designated deadline. School districts are not eligible. Historically, the General Assembly has made $150,000 available each fiscal year to support quality initiatives through this fund.
Click on the following link to download a copy of the most recent RFP: Request for Proposal Form 
When can proposals be submitted?
First State Quality Improvement Fund Request for Proposals must be submitted by November 15th of each year. You will find details about where to send completed proposals in the RFP.
How do I apply?
Complete the Request for Proposal Form and follow the instructions.
For more information, call Larry Trunfio at 739-1990.
