Durham County

The buyer is seeking proposals for an administrator to operate the Durham PreK program, a universal pre-kindergarten program for 4-year-olds in Durham County. The administrator will oversee all aspects of the program including enrollment, technical assistance, funding, data collection, outreach, and collaboration with partners. The contract will run from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030 with potential renewal. The buyer aims to expand access to high-quality, affordable pre-K for every 4-year-old in Durham.

• 3/9/2025 - Advertisement Date
• 3/18/2025 - Last Date for Questions
• 3/27/2025 - Proposal Due Date

• Manage universal application and enrollment process for PreK program
• Provide technical assistance and professional development to PreK sites
• Implement blended funding model and process payments to PreK sites
• Collect data and report on program progress and outcomes
• Conduct outreach and education to prospective families
• Facilitate collaboration between PreK partners and stakeholders
• Manage fund development activities for the program
• Advise county leadership on early childhood policy developments
• Prepare presentations for county commissioners and school board
• Oversee recruitment and contracting of PreK providers