Early Care and Education Resource and Referral Network

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFPS30034902202418) seeking a vendor to establish and maintain a statewide Early Care and Education Resource and Referral Network. The network will span multiple jurisdictions including Clark County and Jefferson City, with the primary objective of creating regional community-based resource and referral agencies to support early care and education providers. The selected vendor will be responsible for delivering comprehensive services including resource and referral assistance, professional development, data collection, and reporting. Key deliverables will involve establishing a network that can effectively support and enhance early childhood education infrastructure across Missouri. The solicitation requires vendors to submit detailed proposals through the MissouriBUYS system, with specific requirements including completion of Exhibits A through J and acknowledgment of four addendums. A mandatory pre-proposal teleconference is scheduled for January 31, 2023, at 2:00 PM CST, and the proposal submission deadline is February 21, 2023, at 2:00 PM CST. Vendors must provide documentation including a Regional Map, Role of Community Leader description, and Evaluation Criteria.

The solicitation appears to be open to all vendors without specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the documentation, and there are no explicit details about existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. The RFP does not specify an estimated total contract value or budget range, leaving pricing details to be determined through vendor submissions. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with vendors able to specify their own payment terms. The contract period remains unspecified, and no information is provided about potential contract renewal options or extensions. Proposals will be evaluated based on the submitted exhibits and supporting documentation, with the primary point of contact being Amy Raymo from the State of Missouri. Vendors are responsible for thoroughly reviewing all solicitation documents and ensuring complete compliance with the detailed requirements outlined in the RFP.