Preschool for All Providers

The Multnomah County Preschool & Early Learning Division is seeking new providers to deliver free, inclusive, culturally‑responsive preschool services for 3‑ and 4‑year‑old children across priority ZIP codes in the county. This is a qualification event (RFPQ‑37‑2027) that will create a pool of pre‑qualified providers for future contract awards. Applicants must hold an Oregon child‑care license, meet staffing wage and benefit minimums, provide free meals, and be able to serve priority populations (e.g., low‑income, bilingual, children with disabilities). The solicitation includes a detailed questionnaire for each site, performance‑measure expectations, and a robust evaluation scoring (75 % programmatic, 25 % responsible‑business practices). • Open to new preschool providers (family‑care, center‑based, schools) – existing qualified providers do not need to reapply. • Minimum staffing qualifications, wage floors, and insurance requirements are specified; per‑slot funding approx. $18,233 (school‑day) to $26,009 (full‑day) for FY 2026‑27. • Providers must submit qualifications via the Multco Marketplace Supplier Portal by 13 Oct 2026; optional pre‑proposal webinars on 18 Sep and 21 Sep 2026.