Universal PreK Systems Alignment

The Department for Children and Families is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive facilitation, engagement, analysis, and recommendation process aimed at strengthening Vermont’s Universal Prekindergarten education system. The contract will be for 9 months, with the option to renew if funding is available. The contractor will work with the State to create a streamlined, coherent statewide framework for Universal Pre-K, through a partnership with the Agency of Education and Building Bright Futures. The contractor will provide a detailed work plan, including process, timeline, and deliverables, and will be responsible for communicating and collaborating with the State and its partners. • The contractor will provide expertise in systems work related to prekindergarten education in a mixed delivery model. • The contractor will have experience partnering with the Vermont Department for Children and Families, the Agency of Education, or other State departments. • The contractor will have knowledge of Vermont’s Universal Prekindergarten education program. • The contractor will provide examples of similar services and projects performed. • The contractor will have knowledge of best practices in prekindergarten education, including alignment with Early Childhood Special Education and practices to support the full inclusion of every child.