West Orange Public Schools Preschool Expansion Program 2026-2027
West Orange Public SchoolsSchool · West Orange, NJ- Due
- Feb 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Derek Ressa
- (973) 669-5400
The 30-second brief
West Orange Public Schools is soliciting interest and pre-registration for its 2026-2027 Preschool Expansion Program. The program aims to provide high-quality preschool education to approximately 600 three and four-year-old residents at no cost. Services are delivered through a network of 14 locations including district centers (BMELC, ECLC) and private providers such as YMCA, JCC Metrowest, and various preschool academies. The program utilizes the HighScope curriculum in mixed-age classrooms with a maximum enrollment of 15 students per class. A lottery system determines placement. The lottery and pre-registration period opens January 9, 2026, and closes February 8, 2026. Families must complete the New Student Information Google Form to be eligible for the randomized drawing.
New Student Information Google Form, Pre-registration packet, Proof of residency, Required documentation
Lottery system, residency, age eligibility, income eligibility (for Head Start sites), seat availability
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Summary
West Orange Public Schools is soliciting interest and pre-registration for its 2026-2027 Preschool Expansion Program.
The program aims to provide high-quality preschool education to approximately 600 three and four-year-old residents at no cost. Services are delivered through a network of 14 locations including district centers (BMELC, ECLC) and private providers such as YMCA, JCC Metrowest, and various preschool academies. The program utilizes the HighScope curriculum in mixed-age classrooms with a maximum enrollment of 15 students per class. A lottery system determines placement. The lottery and pre-registration period opens January 9, 2026, and closes February 8, 2026. Families must complete the New Student Information Google Form to be eligible for the randomized drawing.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lottery system
- Residency
- Age eligibility
- Income eligibility (for Head Start sites)
- Seat availability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- New Student Information Google Form
- Pre-registration packet
- Proof of residency
- Required documentation
- Scope location
- West Orange, NJ
Questions about this RFEI
How do I respond to this RFEI from West Orange Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 8, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Derek Ressa.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including West Orange Public Schools in NJ, 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 RFEI 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 Derek Ressa at (973) 669-5400. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: New Student Information Google Form, Pre-registration packet, Proof of residency, Required documentation. 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: "Lottery system, residency, age eligibility, income eligibility (for Head Start sites), seat availability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from West Orange Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from West Orange Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, West Orange Public Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFEI?
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. Review the full document from West Orange Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: West Orange, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.