State of Connecticut Office of Early Childhood - Birth to Three System RFP OEC-26-B23S - 2026
Office of Early Childhood | State of ConnecticutState · Hartford, CT- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Kaitlyn Czap
The 30-second brief
The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) is seeking proposals from private and public organizations to implement Early Intervention services on behalf of the Birth to Three System under IDEA Part C. The procurement seeks both Comprehensive Early Intervention Providers, providing individualized supports and services to referred children, and Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HOH) Support Providers. Services include evaluations, Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), service coordination, and family coaching using Natural Learning Environment Practices across town clusters in Connecticut. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, 5:00 PM ET. Total funding available is up to $199,568,130.00 for contracts beginning July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2032.
Comprehensive Applicants Only - Compliance/Operations & Services (35%), D/HOH Applicants Only - Support Compliance, Operation, & Service (35%), ALL APPLICANTS - Staffing/Training Plan (25%), ALL APPLICANTS - Financial Profile (10%), ALL APPLICANTS - Outreach/Partnerships (10%), ALL APPLICANTS - Dispute Resolution (10%), ALL APPLICANTS - Towns (10%)
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Summary
The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) is seeking proposals from private and public organizations to implement Early Intervention services on behalf of the Birth to Three System under IDEA Part C. The procurement seeks both Comprehensive Early Intervention Providers, providing individualized supports and services to referred children, and Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HOH) Support Providers.
Services include evaluations, Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), service coordination, and family coaching using Natural Learning Environment Practices across town clusters in Connecticut. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, 5:00 PM ET. Total funding available is up to $199,568,130.00 for contracts beginning July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2032.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Proposal Budget
- Most recent Organizational Budget
- Most recent Statement of Financial Activities (Profit and Loss Statement)
- Audited Financial Statements for the last three (3) years
- Proof of nonprofit status
- Staffing Plan
- Grievance Policy
- Completed IFSP
- Cluster Selection & Attestation
- Service Attestation
- Birth to Three Marketing Material
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement
- Statement of Assurances
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Hartford, CT
- Reported agency
- State of Connecticut
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 November 9, 2026. 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. 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: "Comprehensive Applicants Only - Compliance/Operations & Services (35%), D/HOH Applicants Only - Support Compliance, Operation, & Service (35%), ALL APPLICANTS - Staffing/Training Plan (25%), ALL APPLI..." 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: Proposal Budget, Most recent Organizational Budget, Most recent Statement of Financial Activities (Profit and Loss Statement), Audited Financial Statements for the last three (3) years, Proof of nonpr. 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.
