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Wisconsin DCF Seeks Administration of Migrant Child Care Services for Seasonal Farmworker Families

The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF), Division of Early Care and Education, Bureau of Early Learning and Policy, is seeking a contractor to administer Migrant Child Care (MCC) services for seasonal migrant families in Wisconsin. - Government Buyer: - Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) - Division of Early Care and Education - Bureau of Early Learning and Policy - Scope of Services: - Administration and provision of regulated child care for 50-175+ children of migrant farmworker families - Eligible children: under age 13, or under 19 with a verified disability - Services include: - Direct or third-party child care provision (providers must participate in YoungStar program with a rating of 2 or higher) - Wrap-around care (before/after school, weekends, pre/post season) - Transportation services if requested - Reimbursement to third-party providers - Compliance requirements: - Child sexual abuse prevention - Prohibition of conversion therapy - Background checks for staff - Adherence to artificial intelligence and financial stability documentation requirements - Funding and Contract Details: - Annual funding of approximately $438,400, with potential for additional funds based on number of children served - Initial contract term of two years, with options for up to two additional two-year renewals and a possible 12-month transition period - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity is for service administration - NIGP codes: 95218, 95225, 95226, 95251, 95268, 95822

Description

The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) is soliciting proposals for the administration of Migrant Child Care (MCC) services. These services are intended for migrant families temporarily residing in Wisconsin to participate in seasonal employment. The goal is to ensure quality child care is available to children of migrant farmworker families during Wisconsin's migrant season. The target population includes migrant families with children under age 13 and children under age 19 with a verified disability.

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