Preschool for All Providers

Multnomah County's Preschool & Early Learning Division is requesting programmatic qualifications from provider sites to deliver preschool slots under the Preschool for All program, with responses due October 12, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. PDT. This is an ongoing qualification mechanism, not a one-time procurement; suppliers currently qualified under the County's Preschool for All System are not required to reapply.

Eligible applicants include early learning organizations seeking to participate as provider sites. Organizations applying for multiple sites with distinct Tax ID Numbers must submit separate applications for each location. Responses must be submitted electronically through the Multco Marketplace Supplier Portal in English, though event documents are available in Spanish. Prospective suppliers without existing portal access must complete the MMP Supplier Access Request Form at least five days before the closing date.

Evaluation weights programmatic qualifications at 75% and responsible business practice at 25%. Programmatic questions assess provider experience and program strengths, capacity to serve priority populations, cultural and linguistic diversity practices, inclusion and retention policies for children with developmental delays and disabilities, daily program schedules, and experience serving low-income families and accepting Employment Related Day Care payments. Responsible business practice evaluation covers state licensing status, environmental health and safety protocols, staff lived experience and family engagement approaches, and workforce development supports. A labor harmony question, though not scored, requests confirmation of the provider's commitment to preventing labor disputes.

Sample documents including a General Services Agreement and Insurance Requirements template are provided. Contact Lucas Hoelter at lucas.hoelter@multco.us or (503) 988-7550 ext. 87550 for questions.