Hellgate Elementary School District Onsite Daycare Services RFP 2026
Hellgate Elementary School DistrictSchool · Missoula, MT- Due
- Apr 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Molly Blakely
- (406) 728-5626
The 30-second brief
Hellgate Elementary School District is seeking proposals from qualified providers to establish and operate an onsite daycare program for children of staff and, if capacity allows, families within the school community. The program will provide care for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
Experience, Licensing and Compliance, Community and School Integration, References and Reputation, Program Quality and Curriculum
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Summary
Hellgate Elementary School District is seeking proposals from qualified providers to establish and operate an onsite daycare program for children of staff and, if capacity allows, families within the school community. The program will provide care for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Experience
- Licensing and Compliance
- Community and School Integration
- References and Reputation
- Program Quality and Curriculum
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Overview of organization and experience
- Program model and daily operations plan
- Staffing plan and qualifications
- Licensing and compliance information
- Proposed cost structure for families and/or district partnership
- Three references and three letters of recommendation
- Submit to
- electronically to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Missoula, MT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hellgate Elementary 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: electronically to [email protected]. For questions, contact Molly Blakely.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hellgate Elementary School District in MT, 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 Molly Blakely at (406) 728-5626. 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: "Experience, Licensing and Compliance, Community and School Integration, References and Reputation, Program Quality and Curriculum" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hellgate Elementary School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Hellgate Elementary School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hellgate Elementary 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: Overview of organization and experience, Program model and daily operations plan, Staffing plan and qualifications, Licensing and compliance information, Proposed cost structure for families and/or di. Review the full document from Hellgate Elementary 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: Missoula, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.