Mariposa County Childcare Feasibility Study 2023
Mariposa CountyCounty · Mariposa County, CA- Due
- Jul 31, 2023
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 27, 2023
- Primary contact
- Tara G. Schiff
- (209) 742-1214
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Mariposa County is soliciting proposals for a Childcare Feasibility Study to assess the sustainability of additional childcare providers and identify viable business models, including in-home, state-run, independent, or corporate programs. The project addresses a 2019 Needs Assessment identifying childcare as a priority. Required deliverables include a report on the county's support capacity, a full inventory of local licensed providers, a recruitment roadmap, and a capital outlay plan for new businesses. Qualified firms must demonstrate experience in managing similar studies. Proposals are due by July 31, 2023, via email to [email protected].
Report summarizing County ability to support providers, Full inventory of local licensed providers, Roadmap for recruiting/attracting providers, Capital outlay plan for starting a business
Experience managing and implementing a similar study, Ability to produce required deliverables
SUMMARY
Mariposa County is soliciting proposals for a Childcare Feasibility Study to assess the sustainability of additional childcare providers and identify viable business models, including in-home, state-run, independent, or corporate programs.
The project addresses a 2019 Needs Assessment identifying childcare as a priority. Required deliverables include a report on the county's support capacity, a full inventory of local licensed providers, a recruitment roadmap, and a capital outlay plan for new businesses. Qualified firms must demonstrate experience in managing similar studies. Proposals are due by July 31, 2023, via email to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience managing and implementing a similar study, Ability to produce required deliverables
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Report summarizing County ability to support providers
- Full inventory of local licensed providers
- Roadmap for recruiting/attracting providers
- Capital outlay plan for starting a business
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Mariposa County, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mariposa County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 2023. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Tara G. Schiff.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mariposa County 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 Tara G. Schiff at (209) 742-1214. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Report summarizing County ability to support providers, Full inventory of local licensed providers, Roadmap for recruiting/attracting providers, Capital outlay plan for starting a business. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 managing and implementing a similar study, Ability to produce required deliverables" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mariposa County?
All active and historical solicitations from Mariposa County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Mariposa County 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. Review the full document from Mariposa County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mariposa County, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.