FY27 COMMBUYS COMP RFP~24.docx

This document is a Request for Proposal for a competitive grant program administered by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for FY27. The FY27 0588 Countdown to Launch grant program aims to fund schools to strengthen their early literacy practices and build capacity to support teacher candidates seeking licensure in Early Childhood PK-2, Elementary 1-6, or Moderate Disabilities PK-2/PK-8. Programmatic information, eligibility requirements, funding type, approximate funding amounts, allowable fund uses, project duration, contact information, submission deadlines, required forms, and detailed submission instructions are provided through the DESE Grants Management website. Applicants should refer to the full grant posting at https://www.doe.mass.edu/grants/2027/0588/ for comprehensive details regarding all aspects of the opportunity.

All current DESE funding opportunities, including updates and modifications to program terms, are maintained and reflected on the DESE Grants Management site at https://www.doe.mass.edu/Grants/current.html. Applicants are responsible for monitoring this resource to ensure they have the most current program information and requirements prior to submission. The specific pricing terms, funding amounts available, set-asides, and additional funding details are contained within the full grant posting and associated documentation.