Preschool for All Providers

Multnomah County's Preschool and Early Learning Division is issuing Request for Programmatic Qualifications RFPQ-37-2027 to select new provider sites for the Preschool for All initiative. The primary objective is to secure providers to offer preschool slots and collaborate with the County to refine program details. The solicitation period runs from September 11, 2026, to October 12, 2026, with all responses required in English and submitted via the Multco Marketplace Supplier Portal. Evaluation is based on programmatic qualifications, with significant weight placed on staff lived experience and family engagement, priority population capacity, provider experience, and workforce development. Selected providers must demonstrate a commitment to inclusive care for children with developmental delays or disabilities and the integration of home languages and cultures into the classroom. Compliance requirements include adherence to Oregon Office of Child Care licensing or equivalent health and safety standards, criminal background checks, and child abuse reporting. Additionally, the County emphasizes labor harmony and requires certifications regarding non-discrimination, conflict of interest, and residency status. Organizations with multiple sites using distinct Tax ID Numbers must apply as separate entities to ensure proper payment processing.