Lyons Central School District - Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program - 2026
Lyons Central School DistrictSchool · Lyons, NY- Due
- Apr 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Katrina Henderson
- (315) 946-2200 ext 2013
The 30-second brief
The Lyons Central School District is soliciting organizations to provide a full-day Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program for 2-3 classrooms for 3-year-old children commencing with the 2026-27 school year. The program must comply with New York State Education Department (NYSED) regulations under Section 3602-e of the Education Law and Section 151-1.3 of the Commissioner's Regulations. Funding of $275,971 has been awarded for 25.5 student slots with a per-pupil limit of $5,400. Selected organizations must provide qualified teachers with NYS certification in Early Childhood Education, full-time teaching assistants, substitutes, a full-time on-site site director, meals, instructional materials, and alignment with New York State Early Learning Guidelines. Proposals are due by 3:00 PM on April 10, 2026.
Eligible agency's capacity, ease of utilization and accessibility, capacity to provide staff development, staffing patterns and qualifications, health and safety codes and licensure, anticipated fiscal share, current program design, fiscal solvency, staff stability and turnover, articulated mission, record management, administrative structure, capacity to serve children with disabilities, capacity to serve limited English proficient children, children's progress as demonstrated by assessments, demonstrated effectiveness
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Summary
The Lyons Central School District is soliciting organizations to provide a full-day Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program for 2-3 classrooms for 3-year-old children commencing with the 2026-27 school year.
The program must comply with New York State Education Department (NYSED) regulations under Section 3602-e of the Education Law and Section 151-1.3 of the Commissioner's Regulations. Funding of $275,971 has been awarded for 25.5 student slots with a per-pupil limit of $5,400. Selected organizations must provide qualified teachers with NYS certification in Early Childhood Education, full-time teaching assistants, substitutes, a full-time on-site site director, meals, instructional materials, and alignment with New York State Early Learning Guidelines. Proposals are due by 3:00 PM on April 10, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
16- Eligible agency's capacity
- Ease of utilization and accessibility
- Capacity to provide staff development
- Staffing patterns and qualifications
- Health and safety codes and licensure
- Anticipated fiscal share
- Current program design
- Fiscal solvency
- Staff stability and turnover
- Articulated mission
- Record management
- Administrative structure
- Capacity to serve children with disabilities
- Capacity to serve limited English proficient children
- Children's progress as demonstrated by assessments
- Demonstrated effectiveness
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
RFP Application Form, Proof of Insurance
- Submit to
- Lyons Central School District, ATTN: Katrina Henderson, Director of Human Resources & Grant Operations, 10 Clyde Road, Lyons, NY 14489
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Lyons, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lyons Central School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Lyons Central School District, ATTN: Katrina Henderson, Director of Human Resources & Grant Operations, 10 Clyde Road, Lyons, NY 14489. For questions, contact Katrina Henderson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lyons Central 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 Katrina Henderson at (315) 946-2200 ext 2013. 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, ease of utilization and accessibility, capacity to provide staff development, staffing patterns and qualifications, health and safety codes and licensure, anticipated fisca..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lyons Central School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Lyons Central School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lyons Central 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: RFP Application Form, Proof of Insurance. Review the full document from Lyons Central 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: Lyons, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.