Now accepting proposals for the Best Starts for Kids Levy Evaluation – submit a proposal by February 14!   

Published January 7, 2025

We are excited to share that the Best Starts for Kids Levy Evaluation Request for Proposals (RFP) # KC001316 is now open! This RFP closes on Friday, February 14 at 2PM PT, please submit your proposal before then.   

Click here to view the full RFP details and submit a proposal. 

Note: please register as a supplier to log-in to view details and access the King County E-Procurement Portal webpage.  

About this RFP:   

King County is soliciting proposals from interested and qualified organizations to conduct a mixed methods evaluation with Best Starts for Kids.  

Attend the Pre-Proposal Conference:   

We strongly encourage anyone interested in submitting a proposal to attend the pre-proposal conference to learn more:  

  • Tuesday, January 14, 2025, 2:30 pm, Pacific Time  

Learn more about this RFP and access meeting details for the pre-proposal conference within the King County E-Procurement Portal Webpage.  

Timeline:  

RFP Issued   January 6, 2025 
Pre-Proposal Conference January 14, 2025, 2:30 pm PT    
RFP Close Date February 14, 2025 by 2:00 pm PT 

Do you have any questions? 

If you have any questions about this RFP, email Stephanie Wong at SWong@kingcounty.gov.   

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