LISC CT OEC Facilities Construction and Renovation Grant Program

LISC Connecticut, in partnership with the State of Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC), is administering the Early Childhood Facility Construction and Renovation Program, funded through State general obligation bonds. The program aims to enhance and expand early childhood care facilities in high-need areas across Connecticut by increasing access to quality early care programs through strategic construction and renovation projects. To support this initiative, the solicitation (RFQ No. 33224) issued on October 29, 2025, seeks to establish a pre-qualified pool of licensed construction contractors, architects, and consultants with relevant experience in childcare facility projects within the state. This prequalification process is intended to streamline future contracting opportunities for facility upgrades and new construction under the program, fostering a roster of qualified professionals ready for subsequent bidding and technical assistance needs. The RFQ process is conducted exclusively online, with submissions due by February 3, 2027, allowing firms ample time to present their qualifications. Evaluation is based primarily on the credentials and experience demonstrated in early childhood facility work, ensuring aligned expertise without soliciting pricing or technical proposals at this stage. There are no contract line items, pricing details, or FAR clauses included, as this document serves solely for qualifications screening rather than immediate contract award. Performance under future projects will be overseen by LISC Connecticut, which manages the funding and authorizes payments following verification of completed work. The program emphasizes compliance with applicable building standards, safety, accessibility, and adherence to state-funded project requirements, although specific codes or detailed technical standards are not enumerated in the RFQ. Overall, this solicitation provides foundational groundwork for improving early childhood infrastructure in Connecticut through a vetted network of skilled contractors and consultants selected for their specialized expertise.