Hillsborough Infant Toddler

This request for proposal (RFP) is issued by the Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County in Florida to contract for the purchase and delivery of early childhood materials and furnishings to early childhood programs in Hillsborough County. The Coalition seeks to provide materials and equipment to create and enhance infant and toddler environments in programs participating in the Hillsborough Infant & Toddler Initiative (HITI) during the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The RFP includes details on the scope of services needed, including lists of required materials and furnishings for infant, young toddler, and 2-year-old environments. Proposals must be submitted by noon EST on July 26, 2023, and the estimated contract term is July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. The RFP outlines the proposal format and administrative requirements, including that the total price shall not exceed a stated amount and that payment will be made within 30 calendar days of receipt of a properly payable invoice. The proposals will be scored based on factors such as item cost, shipping and discounts, experience, timeline, and minority-owned business status.

The RFP does not explicitly mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. However, it does state that the proposals will be scored based on minority-owned business status, indicating a preference for minority-owned businesses. The RFP does not provide any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP also does not specify a budget range, only stating that the total price shall not exceed a stated amount.