Before & After School Care Program Services

The Weehawken Board of Education is seeking a licensed, fee‑for‑service provider to run a comprehensive before‑ and after‑school care program for children ages 3 (Pre‑K) through Grade 6 within district school facilities. The contract is a one‑year term (July 1 2026 – June 30 2027) with two optional one‑year renewals, and the award will be based on best‑value criteria rather than lowest price alone. The provider must deliver academic tutoring aligned to New Jersey Student Learning Standards, a broad menu of enrichment activities, and full compliance with NJ DCF licensing ratios, background‑check requirements, ADA accessibility, and district safety protocols. A detailed fee chart, insurance documentation, references, and a clear implementation timeline are required in the proposal. • Operate self‑sustaining before/after‑school care (no district funding) with flexible enrollment (1‑5 days/week, drop‑in, multiple pick‑up windows). • Provide academic support, enrichment (STEM, arts, physical activity, etc.), snack service meeting Smart Snacks guidelines, and full safety/emergency procedures. • Must hold a current NJ Department of Children and Families Child Care Center License, meet staffing ratios, complete CHRC/fingerprinting for all staff, and submit staffing lists two weeks before program start. • Submit a comprehensive proposal by March 1 2026 – 4 PM EST to Assistant Superintendent Francesca Amato; award announced within 60 days.