Island Park School District - Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program Services - RFP #2026-2027/01 (2026)
Island Park Union Free School DistrictSchool · Island Park, NY- Due
- Feb 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Salvatore Carambia
- (516) 434-2600
The 30-second brief
The Island Park School District is seeking proposals from eligible agencies, childcare providers, and community-based organizations to operate a Universal Pre-Kindergarten program for four-year-old resident children during the 2026-2027 school year, with options to renew for up to four additional school years. Services include full-day instruction, meals meeting NSLP/SBP requirements, curriculum aligned with NYS standards, special education and ENL support, and provision of required student supplies and iPads. Proposals are due by February 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the District Business Office located at 99 Radcliffe Road, Island Park, NY 11558. The initial contract term runs from September 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with a reimbursement rate of $10,000 per child.
Eligible agency's capacity to provide needed services, ease of utilization and accessibility, capacity to provide staff development, staffing patterns and qualifications, health and safety code compliance, anticipated fiscal share, program design and experience, fiscal solvency, staff stability, mission statements, record management, administrative structure, capacity to serve children with disabilities and English language learners, children's progress assessments, demonstrated effectiveness
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Summary
The Island Park School District is seeking proposals from eligible agencies, childcare providers, and community-based organizations to operate a Universal Pre-Kindergarten program for four-year-old resident children during the 2026-2027 school year, with options to renew for up to four additional school years.
Services include full-day instruction, meals meeting NSLP/SBP requirements, curriculum aligned with NYS standards, special education and ENL support, and provision of required student supplies and iPads. Proposals are due by February 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the District Business Office located at 99 Radcliffe Road, Island Park, NY 11558. The initial contract term runs from September 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with a reimbursement rate of $10,000 per child.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
15- Eligible agency's capacity to provide needed services
- Ease of utilization and accessibility
- Capacity to provide staff development
- Staffing patterns and qualifications
- Health and safety code compliance
- Anticipated fiscal share
- Program design and experience
- Fiscal solvency
- Staff stability
- Mission statements
- Record management
- Administrative structure
- Capacity to serve children with disabilities and English language learners
- Children's progress assessments
- Demonstrated effectiveness
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Statement of Compliance
- Notice of Interest
- Affidavit
- Conflict of Interest Certification
- Non-Collusive Proposal Certification
- Hold Harmless Agreement
- Iran Divestment Act of 2012 Certification Form
- Sexual Harassment Written Policy & Training Certification Form
- Proposer Warranties
- Fingerprinting and Background Checks Form
- W9
- Submit to
- Island Park School District, Business Office, 99 Radcliffe Road, Island Park, NY 11558
- Duration
- 10 months
- Scope location
- Island Park, NY
- Reported agency
- Island Park School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Island Park Union Free School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 25, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Island Park School District, Business Office, 99 Radcliffe Road, Island Park, NY 11558. For questions, contact Salvatore Carambia.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Island Park 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 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 Salvatore Carambia at (516) 434-2600. 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: "Eligible agency's capacity to provide needed services, ease of utilization and accessibility, capacity to provide staff development, staffing patterns and qualifications, health and safety code compli..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Island Park Union Free School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Island Park Union Free School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Island Park Union Free School District 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: Statement of Compliance, Notice of Interest, Affidavit, Conflict of Interest Certification, Non-Collusive Proposal Certification, Hold Harmless Agreement, Iran Divestment Act of 2012 Certification For. Review the full document from Island Park 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: Island Park, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.