This checklist, one of seven related documents, presents the basic steps recommended for use by a project coordinator or steering committee during the implementation of a new project or program. The steps are divided into three major sections, implementation readiness, preimplementation, and implementation. Each section includes the steps, with suggested tasks for each step, necessary to complete that phase. The checklist can be used in two ways. First, those responsible for implementation can use the list to organize each phase of the implementation process, checking off each task as it is completed. The checklist is also designed as a formative evaluation tool for use by the implementation planning and monitoring groups. As a phase or step nears completion, the group can refer to the checklist to be sure that all critical tasks have been completed and decide whether the next phase or step can begin. (Author)