NYC Department of Education - 2027-28 2-K Early Childhood Education Programs - RFI #I1899
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1School · New York, NY- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- ECEexpansion
The 30-second brief
NYC Department of Education seeks eligible Article 47 child care centers and OCFS-licensed Group Family Day Care (GFDC) programs without current DOE contracts to offer 2-K early childhood education services beginning September 2027. Services include 2-K School Day and Year (SDY) and Expanded Day, Full Year (EDFY) models for two-year-old children across priority school districts in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island. The anticipated contract term is July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2028, with a DOE option to renew for up to two years. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via the online RFI form. Virtual information sessions are scheduled for October 28 and October 29, 2026.
Service Need, Proposal Quality and Demonstrated Effectiveness
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Summary
NYC Department of Education seeks eligible Article 47 child care centers and OCFS-licensed Group Family Day Care (GFDC) programs without current DOE contracts to offer 2-K early childhood education services beginning September 2027.
Services include 2-K School Day and Year (SDY) and Expanded Day, Full Year (EDFY) models for two-year-old children across priority school districts in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island. The anticipated contract term is July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2028, with a DOE option to renew for up to two years. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via the online RFI form. Virtual information sessions are scheduled for October 28 and October 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Service Need, Proposal Quality and Demonstrated Effectiveness
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- NYC Public Schools - Request For Information (RFI) Form
- PASSPort disclosure filing
- DOHMH or OCFS permit documentation
- Submit to
- NYC Public Schools - Request For Information (RFI) Form; [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- New York, NY
- Reported agency
- NYC Department of Education
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: NYC Public Schools - Request For Information (RFI) Form; [email protected]. For questions, contact ECEexpansion.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1 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 RFI 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 ECEexpansion. 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: "Service Need, Proposal Quality and Demonstrated Effectiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1?
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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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
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: NYC Public Schools - Request For Information (RFI) Form, PASSPort disclosure filing, DOHMH or OCFS permit documentation. Review the full document from NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New York, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.