City of Pensacola Childcare Services RFP #26-004
City of Pensacola, City of Pensacola, FL·City
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- Primary Contact
- Dedria Lunderman · (850) 435-1603
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope Location
- Pensacola, Florida
- Projected Sq Ft
- NaN sq ft
- Submission Address
- City Hall (lobby), 222 West Main Street, Pensacola, Florida, 32502, Attention: Purchasing
SUMMARY
The City of Pensacola is seeking proposals from qualified childcare operators to establish and operate a high-quality infant care program at the Alice S. Williams Library. The program will serve approximately 24 infants aged 0-1. Key requirements include maintaining DCF compliance, meeting specific insurance minimums, and possessing or achieving Gold Seal Quality Care Accreditation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience, References, Services, Community Experience & Relationship (35 Points), Personnel Qualifications, Training and Operational Approach (25 Points), Ethics, Rental Fee, Tuition Schedule, Cost Effectiveness, Value, Teacher Salary, Licensing, City Priorities & Timeline (25 Points), Marketing, Advertising, Improvement, Maintenance & Lease (15 Points), Exceeds DoD/DCF Standards (5 Points), Certification as or partnership with an MBE/SBE/WBE (3 points), Certified as or partnered with VBE (2 points).
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Signature Page, State of Florida Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Services, 52.209-5 FAR Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Proposed Debarment, and Other Responsibility Matters, 52.209-6 FAR Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment, Drugfree Workplace Certificate, Minority/Women Business Enterprise Statement, Veteran Business Enterprise Statement, Small Business Enterprise Statement, Acknowledgement of addenda, Required Documents Acknowledgement Form, Gold Seal Quality Care Accreditation, Proof of active/pending Florida DCF Child Care License, Evidence of liability insurance, Copy of most recent DCF inspection report, Certification of compliance with Department of Defense Child Development Program standards.
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How do I respond to this RFP from City of Pensacola?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 6, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Hall (lobby), 222 West Main Street, Pensacola, Florida, 32502, Attention: Purchasing. For questions, contact Dedria Lunderman.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience, References, Services, Community Experience & Relationship (35 Points), Personnel Qualifications, Training and Operational Approach (25 Points), Ethics, Rental Fee, Tuition Schedule, Cost E..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Pensacola?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Pensacola are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Pensacola regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Signature Page, State of Florida Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Services, 52.209-5 FAR Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Proposed Debarment, and Other Responsibilit. Review the full document from City of Pensacola for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Pensacola in FL, 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 Dedria Lunderman at (850) 435-1603. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pensacola, Florida. The total projected area is 1200 sq. ft. usable child-care space sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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