Niskayuna Central School District Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program RFP NCSD-26-011
Niskayuna Central School DistrictSchool · Schenectady, NY- Due
- Apr 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The Niskayuna Central School District is soliciting proposals from organizations to provide a full-day Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program for 4-year-old children. Proposals must be for complete classroom units, including all associated services, rather than individual student slots. The program must comply with all applicable New York State Education Department (NYSED) and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations. The district may award contracts to multiple providers, with the number of classrooms based on proposed costs and available funding. The contract is potentially renewable annually, subject to a district-initiated RFP process. Submissions are due by April 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
Universal Pre-Kindergarten program services
Proposed cost, funding availability
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Summary
The Niskayuna Central School District is soliciting proposals from organizations to provide a full-day Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program for 4-year-old children.
Proposals must be for complete classroom units, including all associated services, rather than individual student slots. The program must comply with all applicable New York State Education Department (NYSED) and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations. The district may award contracts to multiple providers, with the number of classrooms based on proposed costs and available funding. The contract is potentially renewable annually, subject to a district-initiated RFP process. Submissions are due by April 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposed cost, funding availability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Universal Pre-Kindergarten program services
- Scope location
- Niskayuna, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Niskayuna Central School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Niskayuna 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Universal Pre-Kindergarten program services. 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: "Proposed cost, funding availability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Niskayuna Central School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Niskayuna Central School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Niskayuna 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. Review the full document from Niskayuna 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: Niskayuna, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.