RFP - 2026 - 002 Child Care Provider Pinellas County

2026-11-03

At Lutheran Services Florida ( LSF ), we are looking for experienced , licensed childcare providers inFlorida who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children . Our goal is to partner with local childcare centers to help deliver Head Start and Early Head Start services for the 2025 – 2026 program year , starting in March 2026 . By issuing this Request for Proposal ( RFP ), we ’ re inviting qualified childcare providers to join our Early Head Start / Head Start ( EHS / HS ) Child Care Partnership . Through this partnership , LSF provides federal funding to local centers to offer quality services to children enrolled in our EHS / HS programs . As a Child Care Partner , your center will follow Federal Head Start and Early Head Start guidelines , ensuring the children you serve receive the same high - quality benefits as those in LSF - operated programs . This is free childcare for eligible parents , and LSF will compensate awarded providers for their services , as we receive federal funding to support this effort . We understand that community involvement is key to the success of early childhood education . That ’ s why we rely on local childcare providers to bring their unique expertise and connection to the community , ensuring that children have the support they need to thrive . Our Child Care Partners are an essential part of this effort , and we are here to support you every step of the way . LSF will provide ongoing oversight , training , and support to ensure that all program standards are met . This includes monitoring partner performance , reviewing attendance records , and health screenings for the children enrolled in the program . Additionally , we ensure compliance with important regulations from the Department of Children and Families ( DCF ) and Early Learning Coalitions ( ECS ). Joining forces with LSF as a Child Care Partner means becoming part of a larger mission to make sure children are prepared for school and ready for life . Your center will benefit from our established resources , training , and support while playing a vital role in providing high - quality early childhood education . We believe that through collaboration , we can build stronger , healthier communities and create lasting impacts for children and their families . If you ' re looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families , we invite you to consider becoming a Child Care Partner with LSF . Together , we can help provide the foundation every child deserves for a bright future . Contract slots to be awarded from this RFP : Open Early Head Start Slots : 24Open Head Start Slots : 67County : Pinellas CountySee more

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