New York State Contract Reporter #RFP 458

Charter Schools Program Expansion Grants for New York State Charter Schools

The New York State Department of Education is offering Charter Schools Program (CSP) Expansion Grants to support the growth of existing charter schools across the state. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Education, Contract Administration Unit - Purpose: - Funding to expand seats and/or grade levels in existing charter schools - Aimed at schools authorized by the Board of Regents, Buffalo Board of Education, New York City Department of Education, and SUNY Board of Trustees - Eligibility: - Charter school education corporations with approved significant enrollment or grade expansion - Funding Details: - Total available funding: $14,000,000 - Funding beyond the first year is contingent on legislative appropriations - Notable Requirements: - Applicants must be prequalified in the Statewide Financial System (SFS) if nonprofit - 30% Minority/Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) contracting goal - Applications must be submitted electronically - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is a grant for educational services - Past recipients include Albany Leadership Charter School for Girls, Atmosphere Academy, and Bedford Stuyvesant New Beginnings Charter School

Description

This solicitation is for the Charter Schools Programs (CSP) Expansion Grants issued by the New York State Department of Education. The purpose is to support the development of high-quality educational opportunities by expanding the number of seats in existing charter schools in New York State that provide significant educational benefits, especially to students at risk of not meeting state academic standards. The project period is from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2029, with a total funding amount of $14,000,000. Eligible applicants are existing charter school education corporations authorized by New York State charter entities that have been approved to significantly expand enrollment or add grade levels. Applications must be submitted electronically by September 18, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Time.

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