Developmental Parent-Child Playgroups for Children with Exceptional Needs RFP

The County of Sacramento, on behalf of the First 5 Sacramento Commission, is seeking qualified organizations to deliver community‑based developmental parent‑child playgroups for children ages 0‑5 with exceptional needs and their caregivers. The program will run for three years (July 1 2027 – June 30 2030) with a total funding envelope of $240,000. Services must use the evidence‑based Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) protocol, be delivered in accessible community locations, and include data collection, evaluation, and sustainability planning. Eligible applicants include public entities, non‑profits, private businesses, faith‑based groups, and collaborative partnerships. Proposals are due November 9 2026, with a pre‑bid informational meeting on October 22 2026 (non‑mandatory). • Target population: Children 0‑5 with developmental, motor, communication, sensory, autism, or chronic health challenges and their parents/caregivers in Sacramento County. • Scope of work: Design and run weekly playgroups, train and supervise qualified staff (MA‑level supervisors, PRT‑certified leaders), collect client‑level data, submit quarterly progress reports, and participate in site visits and evaluation activities. • Funding: $240,000 total for three‑year contract; proposals must include detailed budget, staffing plan, and sustainability strategy. • Eligibility: Open to public agencies, non‑profits, private firms, faith‑based groups, and community collaborations with a valid business license. • Evaluation criteria: Organizational capacity, staffing, expertise with PRT, program design, budget realism, and overall feasibility. • Award process: Award notification by February 1 2027; contract execution July 1 2027.