Rfp 0302-2026 Child Care Services

Key Dates

Due Date

Posted Date

Agency & Value

Agency

K0007

Contract Value

Not provided

Codes & Classification

Solicitation Number

0302-2026ChildCare

NAICS

—

Classification Code

—

Additional Details

Set Aside

None

Place of Performance

SourceSLED

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Workforce Solutions South Plains Board is seeking proposals from qualified and eligible entities for the operation and management of local workforce center services, including Child Care services, through RFP 0302-2026. The Board oversees workforce activities across a broad region encompassing Bailey, Cochran, Crosby, Dickens, Floyd, Garza, Hale, Hockley, King, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn, Motley, Terry, and Yoakum counties in Texas. This procurement aims to establish a contractual relationship with one or more subrecipients responsible for managing workforce centers and delivering Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs, as well as Child Care services. The scope of work includes the operation and management of five workforce centers, ensuring the provision of high-quality services to both employer and job seeker customers. Contractors will be expected to coordinate the delivery of workforce programs and services in alignment with local and state workforce plans, and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and directives. The Board emphasizes the importance of integrated service delivery and adherence to established standards to support workforce development and child care initiatives within the designated counties. The initial contract period will run from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. The contract for Management and Operations of Workforce Services and Youth Programs may be extended annually for up to three additional years, contingent upon satisfactory performance and at the discretion of the Board. Similarly, the contract for Child Care Services may be renewed annually for up to four years, with each renewal subject to successful fulfillment of contractual obligations and Board approval. The contracting entity is identified as K0007, a state-level organization in Texas. Interested parties should note that the procurement is posted on the Texas SmartBuy platform, with further details and documentation available at https://www.txsmartbuy.gov/esbd/0302-2026ChildCare. The solicitation was posted on March 16, 2026, and responses are due by April 10, 2026. This opportunity is well-suited for organizations with demonstrated experience in workforce center operations, WIOA program management, and child care service delivery. Contractors should be prepared to operate within a multi-county region, maintain compliance with a range of regulatory requirements, and deliver coordinated, customer-focused services. The contract structure allows for long-term engagement, subject to annual performance reviews and Board discretion. For further information and to access the official solicitation, visit the Texas SmartBuy notice page at https://www.txsmartbuy.gov/esbd/0302-2026ChildCare.