REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS:
Organization Partner for Childcare
Industry Collaboration
Partnering for the Future of Child Care in Reno County
The Reno County Child Care Task Force is taking bold steps to address the ongoing child care crisis in our community. Access to quality, affordable child care is essential for families and vital for our local economy, yet many families face significant challenges due to limited capacity and rising costs.
To tackle this issue head-on, we are seeking a visionary organizational partner to join us in creating sustainable solutions for Reno County’s child care landscape. Through the release of our Request for Proposal (RFP), we aim to identify a qualified organization to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to existing and future child care facilities. This partnership will enable us to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and support the long-term sustainability of child care in our region.
Our Commitment to Data-Driven, Sustainable Solutions
Following a comprehensive market study and the award of ARPA funds, the Task Force set ambitious goals to address the child care crisis in our community. Our mission has been to create sustainable and equitable solutions, backed by reliable data, to ensure that every family in Reno County has access to quality child care.
The funds committed by our city and county represent an investment in the future of our community, and we are steadfast in our commitment to ensuring that these resources have a long-lasting and meaningful impact. By leveraging data and collaborating with key partners, we aim to implement systems and structures that not only address immediate challenges but also provide a strong foundation for long-term success.
What This Means for Reno County
Our mission is to create innovative and sustainable solutions to the child care challenges facing families and providers. By forming this partnership, we aim to:
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Increase the availability of quality, affordable child care for local families.
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Support the financial health and operational success of child care providers.
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Build a foundation for long-term sustainability in the child care sector.
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Ensure that public funds are used responsibly and effectively to benefit our community.
How You Can Get Involved
The RFP is open to organizations with proven experience in administrative and operational support, particularly in the nonprofit or child care sectors. The full RFP and application details are available below.
Key dates include:
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Informational Meeting: December 2, 2024, from 2:00 PM–4:00 PM at the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce, 117 N. Walnut St, Hutchinson, KS. Please use this link to register for this event.
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Proposal Submission Deadline: December 20, 2024.
For more details about the RFP or to request additional information, contact Heather Faulkner at heather@renocountychildcare.com.
Join Us in Building a Brighter Future
This is more than a partnership—it’s a chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of families and children in Reno County. Together, we can create a stronger, more resilient child care system that supports our community for generations to come.
With the support of local ARPA funds and the continued efforts of the Reno County Child Care Task Force, we are paving the way for meaningful change. We look forward to your involvement and are excited to take this important step toward ensuring a sustainable and equitable future for child care in Reno County.