55693-2026-INV to bid-CES afterschool care program

The Effingham County School District is soliciting sealed bids through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) procurement for after-school care program services at Creekside Elementary School in Rincon, Georgia. The procuring agency is the Effingham County Board of Education, located in Springfield, Georgia. The scope of services includes comprehensive after-school care supervision, recreational activities, snacks, and educational enrichment programming for elementary students during designated after-school hours. Qualified vendors must demonstrate experience in school-based after-school programming and the capacity to serve the anticipated student enrollment at the new facility. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the project title to Mr. Tim Hood at the Effingham County Board of Education Office, 405 North Ash Street, Springfield, Georgia 31329, with a deadline of April 10, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.; late submissions will not be accepted. Interested vendors may obtain bid packets and clarification by contacting Tim Hood at thood@effingham.k12.ga.us or 912-754-6491. Pricing requirements include per-student daily rates or alternative fee structures based on the district's enrollment projections, and vendors demonstrating relevant experience and appropriate capacity will receive preference during evaluation.

The procurement documentation does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendor information. No current contractor or existing infrastructure integration requirements have been identified in the available solicitation materials. The contract funding derives from the Effingham County School District's operational budget with specific allocations designated for after-school care services, though the exact budget amount or award value range is not disclosed in the provided documentation. Vendors are advised to consult the complete bid package and supporting documents for detailed specifications, evaluation criteria, contract duration, renewal options, and any additional requirements necessary for proposal preparation. A bidders' conference may be held to address vendor questions and clarify program implementation expectations, though specific details regarding the timing and location of such a conference are not provided in the invitation materials.