Fontana Unified School District - Expanded Learning Program for Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten - RFP No. 25/26-0028 (2026)
Fontana UnifiedSchool · Fontana, CA- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jesseca Figueroa Ochoa
- (909) 357-5000
The 30-second brief
The Fontana Unified School District is seeking proposals for an Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) for transitional kindergarten (TK) and kindergarten (K) students at various elementary school sites. The program includes before and after school sessions, summer sessions, and intersessions, providing a combined instructional and enrichment time of not less than 9 hours per instructional day across 180 instructional days and 30 non-instructional days. Vendors will supply staff, materials, management, supervision, and volunteer recruitment while maintaining a student-to-staff ratio of no more than 10 to 1. Proposals must be submitted via the Procurement Portal by 2:00 pm on Friday, February 27, 2026. Employees providing services must possess Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR and California Food Handlers cards.
Pricing (Fee Schedule, Costs, Best Value Pricing Structure) 15%, Meeting RFP requirements (Responses to Scope of Services) 20%, Experience, Expertise, Training 25%, Proposal Offering 15%, Services Previously Provided to the District 20%, Proposal Format, Organization and Clarity 5%
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Summary
The Fontana Unified School District is seeking proposals for an Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) for transitional kindergarten (TK) and kindergarten (K) students at various elementary school sites.
The program includes before and after school sessions, summer sessions, and intersessions, providing a combined instructional and enrichment time of not less than 9 hours per instructional day across 180 instructional days and 30 non-instructional days. Vendors will supply staff, materials, management, supervision, and volunteer recruitment while maintaining a student-to-staff ratio of no more than 10 to 1. Proposals must be submitted via the Procurement Portal by 2:00 pm on Friday, February 27, 2026. Employees providing services must possess Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR and California Food Handlers cards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Pricing (Fee Schedule, Costs, Best Value Pricing Structure) 15%
- Meeting RFP requirements (Responses to Scope of Services) 20%
- Experience
- Expertise
- Training 25%
- Proposal Offering 15%
- Services Previously Provided to the District 20%
- Proposal Format
- Organization and Clarity 5%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Respondent Questionnaire
- Workers’ Compensation Form
- Equal Opportunity Certification
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Debarment
- Suspension & Exclusion Certification
- NCLB Certification
- W-9 Tax Form
- EDGAR Federal Funding Contract Compliance Form
- Local Contact Name and information in California
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fusd
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Fontana, CA
- Reported agency
- Fontana Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fontana Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fusd. For questions, contact Jesseca Figueroa Ochoa.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fontana Unified in CA, 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 Jesseca Figueroa Ochoa at (909) 357-5000. 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: "Pricing (Fee Schedule, Costs, Best Value Pricing Structure) 15%, Meeting RFP requirements (Responses to Scope of Services) 20%, Experience, Expertise, Training 25%, Proposal Offering 15%, Services Pre..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fontana Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Fontana Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fontana Unified 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: Respondent Questionnaire, Workers’ Compensation Form, Equal Opportunity Certification, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Debarment, Suspension & Exclusion Certification, NCLB Certification, W-9 Tax Form, EDGAR. Review the full document from Fontana Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fontana, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.