St Thomas Bids and Tenders #2026-040

Operation of EarlyON Child and Family Centres in St. Thomas and Elgin County

This opportunity is for qualified organizations to operate EarlyON Child and Family Centres in St. Thomas and Elgin County, Ontario. - Government Buyer: - City of St. Thomas, acting as the Consolidated Service System Manager (CMSM) for the Province of Ontario - Requested Services: - Operation and delivery of EarlyON Child and Family Centre programs and services - Service coverage across three zones: West, Central, and East - Requirements: - Alignment with Ministry of Education's vision and guiding principles for EarlyON Centres - Demonstrated knowledge of the local early years population - Commitment to fostering community partnerships - Staff development and training - Continuous program evaluation and improvement - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named - No products or equipment are requested; this is a service-based procurement - Notable: Emphasis on quality, inclusivity, and community engagement in service delivery

Description

The City of St. Thomas is seeking proposals from proponents to operate EarlyON Child and Family Centres in St. Thomas and Elgin County. These centres provide free drop-in child and family programs in welcoming environments to support learning, growth, and connection. The service delivery is divided into three zones: West, Central, and East, with an emphasis on collaboration and consistent service delivery. Proponents must demonstrate alignment with the Ministry of Education's vision and principles, knowledge of the local early years population, and a commitment to continuous program evaluation and staff development.

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