RFQ-FY26-OSSE-HW-Play Therapy Kits (Open market with CBE Preference points)

The District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) has issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) FY26-OSSE-HW-Play Therapy Kits, an open market procurement with Community Business Enterprise (CBE) preference points. This solicitation seeks vendors to supply play therapy kits, which are therapeutic tools designed to support mental health and emotional wellness services for students in DC schools. The procurement was posted on February 18, 2026, with proposals due by February 23, 2026, allowing a five-day response period for interested vendors. While specific details regarding the quantity of kits, exact specifications, delivery schedules, or performance metrics are not provided in the available information, vendors should anticipate standard evaluation criteria typical of therapeutic supply procurements, which may include product quality, vendor experience, pricing competitiveness, and ability to meet delivery timelines.

This procurement is designated as an open market solicitation with CBE preference points, meaning that Community Business Enterprises will receive evaluation advantages during the selection process. The structure allows both CBE-certified and non-CBE vendors to submit proposals, but CBE vendors will benefit from scoring preferences. No incumbent vendors, existing contracts, or technology integration requirements have been identified in the available procurement documentation. The contract award value or budget range has not been disclosed in the posted information. Interested vendors should monitor the District of Columbia's procurement portal for any amendments, clarifications, or additional documentation that may be released prior to the February 23, 2026 deadline.