This bid is for coordinated family and community engagement services in Arlington and Lexington, Massachusetts.
Due
November 13, 2026
17 days left
Location
Lexington, MA
Massachusetts
Posted on
COMMBUYS
Notice ID
BD-27-1037-1CEN0-C0000-134799
What they need
Service periodJanuary 4–June 30, 2027, with a possible extension through June 30, 2028.
ProgrammingParent-child educational playgroups, evidence-based parent education, and early literacy activities for families with children from birth through age six, including interactive and dialogic reading.
Family supportCommunity outreach, resource referrals, Ages and Stages Questionnaire support and follow-up, and assistance with early childhood transitions.
Staffing and locationsQualified, culturally and linguistically responsive staff delivering accessible programming in both towns, including summer activities.
Coordination and reportingActivity scheduling, local partner collaboration, participation tracking, family surveys, and monthly service data reporting.
What you have to submit
Pulled from the 15 solicitation documents (123 pages). Each item links to the page it came from. Check the originals and any amendments before you bid.
Applicants must submit a list of proposed activities scheduled throughout the year that meet the required services/ deliverables of this CFCE grantSource: FY2024 CFCE Grant Application.pdf, page 11
October 29, 2026 Due by 4 PM Submission of Written Inquiries November 6, 2026 Due by 4 PM Response to Written Inquiries / Q&A (Estimated) November 9, 2026 Submission Deadline for Grant Applications November 13, 2026 Due by 4 PM Contract Start Date (Estimated) January 4, 2027 Note: The final grant...Source: FY2027 CFCE Grant Application Amendment Arlington Lexington Amended 10-26-26~2.docx, page 3
While CFCE programs are not required to be licensed, EEC child care licensing regulations provide good guidance on health and safety as well as accessibilitySource: FY2024 CFCE Grant Application.pdf, page 12
6Pricing format
If the stipend is to be paid on an hourly basis, please indicate the “hourly rate x the number of hours = stipend total.” If the stipend is a lump sum for a completed task, please add a descriptionSource: Appendix B FY2027 CFCE Budget Guidelines.pdf, page 2
tablets (price not to exceed $1,000.00 per tablet) Include number of laptops.) • computer software & accessories for laptops/tablets • Computer monitors Guidance: If more than $1,000 is spent on supplies, please provide a breakdown of costs in general categories (see list above), not indSource: Appendix B FY2027 CFCE Budget Guidelines.pdf, page 12
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