North Colonie Central School District - Administration of the 2026-2027 Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program - RFP - 2026
North Colonie CsdSchool · Latham, NY- Due
- Apr 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Brian Carey
- (518) 785-8591 ext 3106
The 30-second brief
The North Colonie Central School District is seeking proposals from qualified community-based organizations to provide administration and site services for the 2026-2027 Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Program in Latham, New York. The program serves four-year-old district residents and will follow the district calendar, with reimbursement rates ranging from $5,400 to $10,000 per student seat based on the final enacted New York State budget. Proposed staff must meet or exceed NYSED certification requirements for early education, and the selected provider must maintain comprehensive commercial general liability, automobile liability, workers' compensation, excess, and daycare providers E&O insurance naming the district as an additional insured. Sealed proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on April 21, 2026, following a question deadline of March 31, 2026, and a mandatory confirmation of participation due by March 26, 2026.
Previous Experience of Proposer with UPK programs, Experience and qualifications of the professional staff assigned to the program, Quality of proposed comprehensive UPK program, Submission of cost-effective budget
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Summary
The North Colonie Central School District is seeking proposals from qualified community-based organizations to provide administration and site services for the 2026-2027 Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Program in Latham, New York.
The program serves four-year-old district residents and will follow the district calendar, with reimbursement rates ranging from $5,400 to $10,000 per student seat based on the final enacted New York State budget. Proposed staff must meet or exceed NYSED certification requirements for early education, and the selected provider must maintain comprehensive commercial general liability, automobile liability, workers' compensation, excess, and daycare providers E&O insurance naming the district as an additional insured. Sealed proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on April 21, 2026, following a question deadline of March 31, 2026, and a mandatory confirmation of participation due by March 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Previous Experience of Proposer with UPK programs, Experience and qualifications of the professional staff assigned to the program, Quality of proposed comprehensive UPK program, Submission of cost-effective budget
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Confirmation of Participation
- Form of Disclosure
- Bid Proposal Certifications
- Proof of organizational status
- Submit to
- North Colonie Central School District, Administration Offices, 91 Fiddlers Lane, Latham, NY 12110-5349
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Latham, NY
- Reported agency
- North Colonie Central School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from North Colonie Csd?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: North Colonie Central School District, Administration Offices, 91 Fiddlers Lane, Latham, NY 12110-5349. For questions, contact Brian Carey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including North Colonie Csd 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 Brian Carey at (518) 785-8591 ext 3106. 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: "Previous Experience of Proposer with UPK programs, Experience and qualifications of the professional staff assigned to the program, Quality of proposed comprehensive UPK program, Submission of cost-ef..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from North Colonie Csd?
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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: Confirmation of Participation, Form of Disclosure, Bid Proposal Certifications, proof of organizational status. Review the full document from North Colonie Csd for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Latham, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.