DCY-C-2627-0106 2026 Market Rate Survey

The Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY) is soliciting proposals for the administration of the 2026 Child Care Market Rate Survey and narrow cost analysis. The selected contractor will be responsible for collecting current child care rate information from child care providers statewide, conducting the required narrow cost analysis, analyzing findings, and submitting a comprehensive report. The project aims to support DCY's compliance with federal and state regulations regarding the establishment of publicly funded child care payment rates. Key aspects of the project include: • Collecting child care rate information from providers statewide • Conducting narrow cost analysis • Analyzing findings and submitting a comprehensive report • Supporting DCY's compliance with 45 CFR § 98.45 and Ohio Revised Code 5104.30(E)(1) • Informing DCY's rate-setting process for publicly funded child care programs