Schalmont Central School District - Pre-Kindergarten Program RFP 2027
Schalmont Central School DistrictSchool · Schenectady, NY- Due
- Feb 19, 2027
- 104 days left
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Thomas Reardon
The 30-second brief
The Schalmont Central School District is soliciting organizations to provide a full-day Pre-Kindergarten instructional program for up to 3-4 classrooms (16-18 students per classroom) for 4-year-old children at no cost to families through a state-funded grant collaboration. The program must comply with New York State Education Department Pre-Kindergarten regulations and NYS Early Learning Guidelines, operating for a minimum of 5-6 hours per day for at least 181 days a year. Services include qualified teachers with Early Education certification, full-time teaching assistants, site directors, substitutes, meal and snack provision, and support for English language learners and students with disabilities. Proposals are due by February 19, 2027.
Program Development and Description (Students and Programs 45 points, Parents/Guardians and Families 10 points, Staff and Professional Learning 15 points, Budget narrative 10 points, Detailed budget spreadsheet 20 points)
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Summary
The Schalmont Central School District is soliciting organizations to provide a full-day Pre-Kindergarten instructional program for up to 3-4 classrooms (16-18 students per classroom) for 4-year-old children at no cost to families through a state-funded grant collaboration.
The program must comply with New York State Education Department Pre-Kindergarten regulations and NYS Early Learning Guidelines, operating for a minimum of 5-6 hours per day for at least 181 days a year. Services include qualified teachers with Early Education certification, full-time teaching assistants, site directors, substitutes, meal and snack provision, and support for English language learners and students with disabilities. Proposals are due by February 19, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Program Development and Description (Students and Programs 45 points, Parents/Guardians and Families 10 points, Staff and Professional Learning 15 points, Budget narrative 10 points, Detailed budget spreadsheet 20 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Proof of Insurance
- Signed proposal
- Program specifics questionnaire
- Budget narrative
- Detailed budget spreadsheet
- Submit to
- Schalmont Central School District, Attn: Thomas Reardon, Ed.D., 4 Sabre Drive, Schenectady, NY 12306
- Scope location
- Schenectady, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Schalmont Central School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 19, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Schalmont Central School District, Attn: Thomas Reardon, Ed.D., 4 Sabre Drive, Schenectady, NY 12306. For questions, contact Thomas Reardon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Schalmont 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.
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 Thomas Reardon. 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: "Program Development and Description (Students and Programs 45 points, Parents/Guardians and Families 10 points, Staff and Professional Learning 15 points, Budget narrative 10 points, Detailed budget s..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Schalmont Central School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Schalmont Central School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Schalmont 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of February 19, 2027, 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 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: Proof of Insurance, signed proposal, program specifics questionnaire, budget narrative, detailed budget spreadsheet. Review the full document from Schalmont 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: Schenectady, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.