East Aurora School District Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program Agency Information Packet 2026-2027
- Due
- Feb 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Cindy Marinaccio
- (716) 687-2312
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Summary
East Aurora School District is soliciting applications from external agencies to participate in the Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program for the 2026-2027 school year.
The Agency Information Packet requires applicants to provide organizational details, mission statements, organizational structure, and background in preschool programming. Requirements include proof of organizational status (501(c)(3) or tax return), licensure/certification (OCFS, Quality Stars, NAEYC, DSS), and administrative/educational certifications for onsite staff. Applicants must also describe recruitment, screening, hiring procedures (including NYS mandated fingerprint clearance), professional development plans, and employee evaluation processes. One original and two copies of all application materials must be submitted to the Pupil Services Office by February 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Proof of organizational status
- OCFS
- Quality Stars
- NAEYC
- DSS
- Administrative/educational certification
- Recruitment/screening/hiring procedures
- Submit to
- East Aurora School District, Pupil Services Office, 430 Main Street, East Aurora, NY 14052
- Scope location
- East Aurora, NY
- Reported agency
- East Aurora School District
Questions about this RFEI
How do I respond to this RFEI from East Aurora Union Free School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 6, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: East Aurora School District, Pupil Services Office, 430 Main Street, East Aurora, NY 14052. For questions, contact Cindy Marinaccio.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including East Aurora Union Free 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 RFEI 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 Cindy Marinaccio at (716) 687-2312. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFEI?
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: proof of organizational status, OCFS, Quality Stars, NAEYC, DSS, administrative/educational certification, recruitment/screening/hiring procedures. Review the full document from East Aurora Union Free School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East Aurora, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.