Head Start Birth to Five Program Classroom Behavior and Educational Coach Services

The City of Phoenix is seeking qualified contractors to provide Classroom Behavior and Educational Coach Services for its Head Start Birth to Five program. This program focuses on supporting effective classroom management, fostering positive learning environments, and implementing supportive teacher practices aligned with Head Start Performance Standard 1302.45, particularly strategies to assist children exhibiting challenging behaviors. The solicitation, identified as RFP-EED-26-0244, was posted on March 6, 2026, with a response deadline of April 10, 2026. Services will be performed within the state of Arizona under the Human Services agency, with the contracting office located in Phoenix. Interested parties can contact Pamela Smith, Contracts Specialist II, for additional information or access procurement details through the City of Phoenix's online portal. In addition to programmatic requirements, contractors must comply with applicable federal and city regulations, including nondiscrimination policies as outlined in related supplemental terms and conditions frequently required in city contracts. While this solicitation does not specify set-aside provisions or NAICS codes, compliance with federal certifications concerning tax liability, debarment, lobbying restrictions, and procurement standards may be required as part of the contract award process to ensure eligibility and adherence to federal laws. Participants should also be prepared to manage sensitive security information appropriately and complete accompanying acknowledgments. Although some referenced documents pertain to unrelated city operations or technical integrations, the core contractual focus remains on delivering specialized behavioral coaching services to enhance educational outcomes in early childhood settings across Phoenix.