Strategic Planning and Program Design Consulting

The contract supports the development of a five-year phased quality improvement plan designed to enhance early childhood services in Colorado by aligning Colorado Shines with Colorado Universal Preschool. The initiative aims to ensure consistent, high-quality programming across all participating centers while improving accessibility for families statewide. The work will involve strategic planning and program design to standardize practices, integrate funding streams, and create equitable pathways for children and providers, with a focus on outcomes that benefit child development and family engagement. The subcontract opportunity is issued by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood under NAICS code 541618 for management and scientific consulting services. Proposals must be submitted by August 7, 2026, with the solicitation posted on August 3, 2026. The project requires deep expertise in early childhood systems, quality improvement frameworks, and public-sector program design, with the successful vendor expected to collaborate closely with state agencies, providers, and stakeholders to implement sustainable, scalable improvements across Colorado’s early learning infrastructure.