Clear Scope
A concise project description with objectives, measurable outcomes, and defined deliverables so reviewers evaluate impact quickly.
A complete, accurate submission reduces review delays, minimizes follow-up requests, and establishes a clear record for compliance and funding decisions. Properly formatted forms improve the likelihood of timely approval and ensure the IDPH can evaluate public health impacts, budget alignment, and regulatory conformity without additional documentation requests.
The IDPH Project Submission Form is completed by project sponsors and reviewed by agency staff across operational and compliance teams.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Routing Order | Assign sequential reviewers by role and email address. |
| Required Fields | Mark critical fields as mandatory to prevent incomplete submissions. |
| Attachments | Require specific file types (PDF, DOCX) and size limits for exhibits. |
| Notifications | Enable email alerts for reviewers and the submitter at each stage. |
Confirm the platform supports the file formats, field types, and authentication methods required by IDPH before submitting electronically.
A concise project description with objectives, measurable outcomes, and defined deliverables so reviewers evaluate impact quickly.
Line-item costs, funding sources, and justification that allow fiscal reviewers to verify eligibility and adequacy.
A reasonable timeline with milestones and responsible parties to support implementation and monitoring plans.
Evidence of necessary licenses, approvals, and regulatory compliance materials required for public health review.
Support documents such as maps, protocols, letters of support, and technical appendices referenced in the main form.
Authorized signatures from the lead organization and any co-applicants, dated and clearly identifying authority to bind.
Detailed cost breakdown that reconciles with the summary in the main form and identifies indirect cost rates if relevant.
Gantt or milestone table showing key deliverables, start and end dates, and responsible staff.
Signed statements from partners or stakeholders confirming commitments or contributions to the project.
Licenses, IRB approvals, or other certifications demonstrating compliance with applicable laws and policies.
Submit at least 30 days before planned start for routine review and scheduling.
Intake will confirm required fields and attachments within 5–10 business days of receipt.
Technical review commonly takes 20–60 calendar days depending on complexity and agency queue.
Approval or conditional approval usually issued within 30 days of completed technical review.
Substantial changes may restart review timelines; notify IDPH as soon as revisions are planned.
Intake logs the packet and issues a confirmation number to the submitter.
Staff verify required fields and attachments; missing items are requested immediately.
Program reviewers evaluate compliance, public health impact, and fiscal feasibility.
IDPH issues approval, conditional approval with tasks, or denial with reasons documented.
Optica standardized submission packets across projects to reduce review time and inconsistencies.
A property-focused public health project used eSubmission to gather multiple signatures from remote stakeholders.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |