Requests for Expressions of Interest or Information

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Requests for Expressions of Interest

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Requests for Information

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-3) FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS CURRICULUM

2027-28 2-K RFI #I1899

Description: New York City is continuing its historic investment in early childhood education, expanding access to free 2-K programs for two-year-olds beginning in fall 2027. As part of this expansion, the NYC Department of Education (DOE) is inviting Article 47 and GFDC programs that do not currently hold a DOE early childhood education contract to express interest in participating.

Through this Request for Information (RFI), eligible providers across New York City may express interest in offering 2-K services. While submissions are welcome citywide, The DOE will prioritize programs in the following school districts based on identified community needs: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 27, 28, 29, 31, and 32.

Submissions will be accepted until November 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Submission of an RFI response does not constitute a commitment to enter into a contract, nor does it guarantee an award. Information submitted through this process will be used to inform future planning and procurement decisions.

If you have questions about this opportunity, please contact ECEExpansion@schools.nyc.gov.