Prekindergarten services for three year olds contract

The Mount Vernon City School District is seeking proposals from qualified community-based organizations and early childhood education providers to deliver a comprehensive prekindergarten program for three-year-old students through a Request for Proposals (RFP #25/26-01). The procurement aims to establish a full-day (6.5-hour) educational program for approximately 60 three-year-old students residing in the district, starting July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. Proposers must demonstrate the ability to provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with New York State learning standards, including specific staffing requirements of one teacher and one paraprofessional for up to 18 students, or one teacher and two paraprofessionals for 19-20 students. The district will conduct site visits to evaluate program quality and alignment with district requirements, with proposals due on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Key evaluation criteria will include the organization's ability to provide comprehensive early childhood education, inclusion of children with disabilities, parental involvement, and adherence to state education regulations. The contract includes the potential for four additional one-year renewals, subject to Board of Education approval and contingent upon available State Aid.

The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but emphasizes the importance of working with community-based organizations experienced in early childhood education. Proposers must submit a detailed budget covering direct and indirect personnel costs, student meals, supplies, and materials, calculated on a per-student basis. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, funding is tied to available State Aid, which may impact the level of service and potential contract extensions. The procurement targets organizations with demonstrated expertise in delivering high-quality early childhood education programs, with a focus on creating a comprehensive learning environment for three-year-old students. Organizations must be prepared to provide documentation of their qualifications, including staff credentials, curriculum details, and ability to meet New York State educational standards. The contract represents an opportunity for qualified early childhood education providers to partner with the Mount Vernon City School District in delivering critical prekindergarten services to young students in the community.