Office of Early Childhood - Connecticut Home Visiting System - RFP OEC-26-HVS (2026)
Office of Early Childhood | State of ConnecticutState · Hartford, CT- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Kaitlyn Czap
- (860) 500-4412
The 30-second brief
The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) is seeking proposals from private and public organizations to implement evidence-based home visiting programs prioritizing prenatal and infant enrollment using approved models including Healthy Families America, Nurse Family Partnership, and Parents as Teachers. The procurement aims to promote healthy birth outcomes, enhance child development, strengthen positive parenting practices, prevent child maltreatment, and expand services through a coordinated statewide system. Total available funding is up to $119,675,825 over five years (approximately $23,935,165 annually), with a minimum of $3 million per year allocated across six regions. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, with a virtual pre-bid conference held on September 9, 2026. Required submissions include a five-year annualized budget, organizational budget, financial statements, and a centralized intake participation attestation.
Evidence-based home visiting services, Healthy Families America model, Nurse Family Partnership model, Parents as Teachers model, Centralized intake and referral system participation, Quarterly programmatic and fiscal reports
Delivery; recruitment, target/key populations, referrals (42%), Organizational strengths, structure, staffing (18%), Key outcomes, reporting and Continuous Quality Improvement (17%), Budget/budget narrative & Staffing Plan (13%), Financial Profile (10%)
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Summary
The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) is seeking proposals from private and public organizations to implement evidence-based home visiting programs prioritizing prenatal and infant enrollment using approved models including Healthy Families America, Nurse Family Partnership, and Parents as Teachers.
The procurement aims to promote healthy birth outcomes, enhance child development, strengthen positive parenting practices, prevent child maltreatment, and expand services through a coordinated statewide system. Total available funding is up to $119,675,825 over five years (approximately $23,935,165 annually), with a minimum of $3 million per year allocated across six regions. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, with a virtual pre-bid conference held on September 9, 2026. Required submissions include a five-year annualized budget, organizational budget, financial statements, and a centralized intake participation attestation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Evidence-based home visiting services
- Healthy Families America model
- Nurse Family Partnership model
- Parents as Teachers model
- Centralized intake and referral system participation
- Quarterly programmatic and fiscal reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Five (5)-year Proposal Budget
- Most Recent Organizational Budget
- Most Recent Statement of Financial Activities (Profit and Loss Statement)
- Audited Financial Statements for the last three years
- Proof of nonprofit status
- Organizational chart
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement
- Statement of Assurances
- Attestation of Centralized Intake Participation
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Hartford, CT
- Reported agency
- Office of Early Childhood
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Office of Early Childhood | State of Connecticut?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kaitlyn Czap.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Office of Early Childhood | State of Connecticut in CT, 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 Kaitlyn Czap at (860) 500-4412. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Home Visitor, Nurse Home Visitor, Clinical Supervisor / Program Manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Evidence-based home visiting services, Healthy Families America model, Nurse Family Partnership model, Parents as Teachers model, Centralized intake and referral system participation, Quarterly programmatic and fiscal reports. 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: "Delivery; recruitment, target/key populations, referrals (42%), Organizational strengths, structure, staffing (18%), Key outcomes, reporting and Continuous Quality Improvement (17%), Budget/budget nar..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Office of Early Childhood | State of Connecticut?
All active and historical solicitations from Office of Early Childhood | State of Connecticut are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Office of Early Childhood | State of Connecticut 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 5 years. 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: Five (5)-year Proposal Budget, Most Recent Organizational Budget, Most Recent Statement of Financial Activities (Profit and Loss Statement), Audited Financial Statements for the last three years, Proo. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Office of Early Childhood | State of Connecticut for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hartford, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
