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[quote=Anonymous]In other counties that's true but PG is "special". They run their own program but if you can't meet their numbers (45 kids) they cancel the county run program. They put out a request for proposals for specific schools (4) that had programs and a few more specialty programs but based on what they've told me they have no intention of allowing more proposals to be posted as is done in Montgomery. They say that they will not cancel currently run programs (67) but they don't say anything about how parents can get programs in the 64 schools that don't have them. Also, I know from my local PTA that their first solution to a current program that falls before 45 is to start busing the kids to schools out of the area. Not sure why a kidnergardener needs to be bused twice a day to go to a school 1 block from the house. Here's more from my conversation (emails) with Dr. Whitehead, Director of Curriculum and Instruction...

(Dr. Whitehead) There was an RFP process for vendors to be accepted to do Before and Aftercare in the County.  Those proposals were awarded.  In the event we do another RFP other vendors are welcome to apply.  We cannot accept  vendors at random.  We do have vendors that are working with smaller programs. If a school community wishes to establish a program they talk  to our Before and Aftercare and they will be referred to the appropriate  vendor.  Programs are established as a community/school has a desire for one and they  must be licensed for a certain capacity.  Please le tus  know if we can assist further.

(Me) Besides the county run program, who are these vendors? Also, where can  find a copy of this RFP?

(Dr. Whitehead) Purchasing can share with you.  We no longer have any RFPs for vendors  open.  Thanks so much!!!

(Me) You did not answer my question. You have stated that there are other vendors that can run aftercare in the case that there are not 45 students  registered at a particular school. I am asking who these vendors are. Since I was referred to you by Dr. Hite I am assuming you are qualified  to answer this question. If not, give me the contact information for the  person who is qualified to answer that question.

(Dr. Whitehead) My apologies.  The vendors were and will not be  assigned sites based on  45.  The first RFP was for four sites and the vendor is SPringBoard and the last RFP was for specialty programs with no existing programs  (AlphaBest).  We have no other vendors and no other RFPs proposed.  Before  and After Care is able to maintain all current sites.  Have a wonderful Day.  If you have any additional questions about the vendors or the RFP process, Ms. Brenda Allen in purchasing is happy to assist.

(Me) So what you are saying is that if a school that currently does not have  aftercare (49% of the elementary schools) and does not have 45 students  ready to register wants an aftercare program that a new RFP must be opened?

(Dr. Whitehead)  If a site wants a program they will work with our Before and AfterCare to build a program.  The capacity of the site is determined by the Office of Childcare of Prince George's County. . The RFPs were issued to solve certain circumstances.  We do not anticipate any future RFPs but if there are ones to be issued you should get listed as a vendor with purchasing and you will be sent a notice.

(Me) I am not asking for notice of future RFPs. I am asking how these decisions  are made and by whom. Let me give you a hypothetical. There are 13 students requiring before and aftercare at a public elementary school that does not currently have a program. Will those parents be told YES or NO to have a program at their school (Not bused to another location). If you (or Ms Bonanni) don't know the answer please give me the contact information for the person who knows the answer.

(Dr. Whitehead) The school must begin with our Before and After care office if they
wish to establish a program.  They will take them through the
process£. It is not a simple yes or no.  Thanks for reaching out.
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