Binghamton City School District Universal Pre-Kindergarten RFP 2026
Binghamton City School DistrictSchool · Binghamton, NY- Due
- Apr 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Scout Orr
The 30-second brief
The Binghamton City School District is soliciting proposals from community agencies to implement a Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program for district students who are four years of age by December 1, 2026. The program must meet specific requirements of the Commissioner of Education's Regulations and align with the New York State Prekindergarten Learning Standards.
The eligible agency's capacity to effectively, efficiently and immediately provide needed services; Capacity to provide ongoing staff development; Staffing patterns and qualifications; Documentation that all applicable health and safety codes and licensure or registration requirements are met; Anticipated fiscal share and other resources will be contributed to the Universal Pre-Kindergarten programs; Current program design and experience in providing developmentally-appropriate programs; Fiscal solvency; Stability of staff, rate of turnover and the ability to fill vacancies in a timely manner; Articulated mission/philosophy statements; Record management and documentation procedures followed by the agency; Administrative structure; Capacity and experience in serving children with disabilities; Capacity and experience in serving children and their parents and/or guardians when they are limited English proficient; Children's progress as demonstrated by assessments; and Demonstrated effectiveness of the eligible agency's program.
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Summary
The Binghamton City School District is soliciting proposals from community agencies to implement a Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program for district students who are four years of age by December 1, 2026.
The program must meet specific requirements of the Commissioner of Education's Regulations and align with the New York State Prekindergarten Learning Standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
15- The eligible agency's capacity to effectively, efficiently and immediately provide needed services
- Capacity to provide ongoing staff development
- Staffing patterns and qualifications
- Documentation that all applicable health and safety codes and licensure or registration requirements are met
- Anticipated fiscal share and other resources will be contributed to the Universal Pre-Kindergarten programs
- Current program design and experience in providing developmentally-appropriate programs
- Fiscal solvency
- Stability of staff, rate of turnover and the ability to fill vacancies in a timely manner
- Articulated mission/philosophy statements
- Record management and documentation procedures followed by the agency
- Administrative structure
- Capacity and experience in serving children with disabilities
- Capacity and experience in serving children and their parents and/or guardians when they are limited English proficient
- Children's progress as demonstrated by assessments
- Demonstrated effectiveness of the eligible agency's program
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
attached application
- Submit to
- Columbus School, 164 Hawley Street, Binghamton, NY 13901
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Binghamton City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Columbus School, 164 Hawley Street, Binghamton, NY 13901. For questions, contact Scout Orr.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Binghamton City School District in NY, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Scout Orr. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "The eligible agency's capacity to effectively, efficiently and immediately provide needed services; Capacity to provide ongoing staff development; Staffing patterns and qualifications; Documentation t..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Binghamton City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Binghamton City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Binghamton City School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: attached application. Review the full document from Binghamton City School District for the complete list.