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HomeMy WebLinkAboutExhibit 9These are listed on the follOWin • , a ' es, p-LeVC! F-Level Zon Irn . rovement Zone Schools. h School Booker T. Washington Senior Hig School Colonial Drive Elementary Frances S. Tucker Elementary School Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School School Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Miami Carol City Senior High School Miami Central Senior High School Miami Edison Senior High School Miami ]ackson Senior High School Page 9 of 78 OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS n cD 4 flf1C-f1Ci Schools Miami Norland Senior High School Miami Northwestern Senior High School Miami Southridge Senior High School Morningside Elementary School Mrytle Grove Elementary School Norland Elementary School Norland Middle School North County Charter School North County Elementary School Northeast Academy Charter North Miami Middle School North Miami Senior High School Opa-Locka Elementary School Parkway Middle School Paul Lawrence Dunbar Elementary School Phyllis Wheatley Elementary School Redland Middle School Rosa Parks Community School Santa Clara Elementary School School for Applied Technology Shadowlawn Elementary School Skyway Elementary School South Dade Serilor High School South Miami Senior High School Thema Crowley Elementary School Toussaint Louverture Elementary School Vankara Academy Charter School West Homestead Elementary School West Little River Elementary School West -View Middle School D-Level Schools X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X x X X X X X X F-Level Schools X X X Zone Schools X X X X X X X X X X X X X x X X OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS oro Page 10 of 78 Three School Improvement Zone schools do not have any existing partners providing out -of -school services: ➢ Lakeview Elementary School ➢ Martin Luther King Elementary School ➢ Campbell Drive Middle School Priority will be given for provision of out -of schoolhoursservices and shortened school es. School Zone Improvement Schools have extended school hours; programming in these sites is integral to ensure student success. Programs operating in or targeting students from the edetailed �nformatol �on regarding thegoals Schools should refer to Section V: Attachment and strategies being employed by the School Improvement Zone. 2. Children in un-served or underserved communities, with a particular emphasis on middle school youth. The Children's Trust would like to expand services to areas that currently have little or no after -school programming and to children and servepopulationshe idizedt ed waiting list for out -of -school programs. It is also the intent to o not currently have program choices available. The Trust will work closely with Miami -Dade County Public Schools to avoid duplication of services and unnecessary bureaucracy while improving program delivery to ensure that the school and provider programs complement each other and better meet the needs of children. The Trust does not intend to duplicate or replace services already offered. However, The Trust will fund enhancements for existing programs to improve quality or to serve additional children. This includes schools which offer 21s` Century Community Learning Centers and School Improvement Zone schools which offer extended hours. Currently, The Early Learning Coalition of Miami -Dade (formerly known as the Miami -Dade School Readiness Coalition) reports that approximately 6,273 school - age children are on a waiting list for subsidized out -of -school programs. The Early Learning Coalition only funds up to age 12 for after -school services. The following zip codes have been identified as having 100 or more children waiting for subsidized out -of -school services; 33030 33032 33033 33034 33055 33056 3315033125 33126 33127 33130 33135. 33142 33147 33157 33161 33168 33169 33175 33176 33177 33186 33189 33193 33196 See pages 43-44 for The Early Learning Coalition of Miami -Dade rates for subsidized after school programs. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS n rn if. -, Pt,- C r G Page 11 of 78 3. Children with Disabilities Inclusion of all children• The Children's Trust ackn � l dges that servicenical providers ssstance, families, and the community need ongoing rnentoring, and consultation to care for and oi removecbtadrrierswn thel community ties in programs, to provide services to them, and t that inhibit the full participation of these children in community life. Recognizing that children and families with disabilitieseve require additlorts,andl to services al and supports, The Children's Trust will provide rams to demonstrate assistance and will build collaborations that enable programs inclusiveness. The Children's Trust expects all (program) services g an aes with do i liplleman t reasonable accommodations (as required by law) for their families, whenever possible• special consideration to In awarding funds, The Children's Trust may give organizations that include children with disabilities and their families. The Children's The following definitions have been adopted by have a Children with disabilities: Children with disabilities oaretr those who currently ntllditia or physical, emotional, developmental, behavioral, delay. These children experience impairment in their snry, o, 9 cognitive, motor, o, emotional, or behavioral functioning, which requires support,re riate or accommodation provided by others in order to participate in an age -appropriate fashion in education, social activity, or physical activity in an approp environment. ne Cnghildren with special needs: Children and their families as beidefi re ads toat-risk the because of factors identified in the scientific late development ment of difficulties that would likely eventually classify the child with a disability according to the definition above. Ref ill for chiidren with S ecial Needs: The decision on staffing must always be the provider's decision based on their extensive nw with respondents ge of the hndtheneeds. event The Children's Trust reserves the right to negotiatepropose staffing appears to be either insufficient or excessive for the children they pro p to serve. Our priority is the safety of the chil for The following indicators for increased staffing ratios are intended only as a guide children from ages five to eighteen: ratio is no more For participants with identified behavioral needs, the suggested than one behavioral professional to twenty children• support such as routine For participants which require moderate assistancelevels the suggested ratio is one staff prompting, supervision and physical to five children ort requiring total physical For participants which require intense levels of �o9 uilepin and positioning, due to assistance including lifting, transferring, eating, ested ratio is one staff to physical cognitive or behavioral limitations, the sug9 three children, OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 12 of 78 1 F) Out -Of -School Quality Program Standards developing and ted to The Children's Trust seeks service providers arnsthat wi lltassist children and youth maintaining high quality out -of -school programs in reaching meaningful outcomes. For this peoThe Trust will contract with an Provider. The initial goal of the QI Out -of -School Quality Improvement (QI) n Pro vider will be to establish a comprehensive setf qualit hy standscarn ds an d anal best outcomes for out -of -school programs in Miami -Dade County es and input from local service providers, Al! fundethe d Out-of-School uetop -Sc to ofs these practices providers are expected to actively participate Once established, these standards will bedrequiredepandide ndeds for all standards.QI Pro Out -of -School service contracts, and supports to funded programs to ensure ongoing technical assistance and needed supp projected to take place from quality services. This design work is curl�mentof revised standards and approximately March -July of 2005, with imp outcomes to follow. formal establishment of local quality standard, Thehildren's the Trust ast illb e utUntil the uality standards that have evolved funding a combination of q funding out -of -school programs. Input for these nizationsired andards has been taken from the work of several national professional organ Standards for Quality Care that • The National AfterSchool Alliance (NAA) publishes been identified as best practices in out -of -school programming og�r a5 a basis for school - age formal he ears of age, and a1 children and youth 5 to 14 y accreditation processes (www.naaweb•ar )• Children (NAEYC) has • The National Association for the EducationStandards and Accreditation recently revised its well -respected Early Childhood Staserving children from Performance Criteria, which may be applicable for programs birth through 8 years of age (www.nae or )• Coalition's (NYEC) Promising and Effective • The National Youth Employment 'ces Network has also established Effective Practices hoCriteria naps part positive youthts Practices framework for program improvement for organizations development with youth 14 to 25 years of age, and includes a form rams al accreditation process for youth employment and development p 9 (www.n ec.or1-0-2net)• crated extended -day enrichment • Foundations Inc. is an organization that has op programs and provided technical assistance to programs serving primarily i ram children from low-income communities, itha al of has improving rated a formal Quality performance and enhancing student achievement, Assurance System for programs serving Pre -Kindergarten through 12thgrade (www.foundationsinc,ar )• roviding leadership, knowledge, and • The Search Institute is focused �O+ Pen, youth, and communities. The framework resources to promote healthy positive experiences and personal qualities of 40 Developmental Assets outlines P r Garin and responsible. Although young people need to grow up healthy 9 Il developed for adolescents, the Developmental Assets have also been origins y adapted for early and middle childhood (www.search-institute.or OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 13 of 78 • Finally, in Australia there is a strong National Childcare Accreditation Council (NCAC) that has established a Quality hoo45aurance e childSentem for (www n�ac qov au)utside �ol Hours Care for programs serving school-age • systems complement one another nicely and indicate several overlapping areas central to quality improvement, as noted in the table below illustrating the specific domains addressed by each. NAA Standards for Quality Practice (ages 5-14) • Human Relationships • Indoor and Outdoor Environments • Activities • Safety, Health and Nutrition • Administration Foundations Inc. Quality Assurance System (grades pre-k to 12th) • Program Planning and Improvement • Leadership • Facility and Program Space • Health and Safety • Staffing • Family and Community Connections • Social Climate • Academics • Recreation • Youth Development NAEYC's Early Childhood Program Standards (ages birth-8) • Relationships • Curriculum • Teaching • Assessment • Health • Teachers • Families • Community Partnerships • Physical Environment • Leadership and Management The Search Institute's 40 Developmental Assets (ages birth to 18) • Support • Empowerment • Boundaries and Expectations • Constructive Use of Time • Commitment to Learning • Positive Values • Social Competencies • Positive Identity NYEC's Effective Practices Criteria (ages 14-25) • Purpose and Activities • Organization and Quality Management • Youth Development • Workforce Development • Evidence of Success NCAC's Quality Assurance System for Outside School Hours Care • Respect for Children • Staff Interactions and Relationships with Children • Partnerships with Families and Community Links • Programming and Evaluation • Play and Development • Health, Nutrition and Well- being • Protective Care and Safety • Managing to Support Quality OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Pang 14 of 7A It is the intention of The Trust for all funded providers to move toward achievement r of appropriate quality program standards andr self-assessmeon for nte1 and °qua ty which requires the integration of organizational e . Until a improvement processes, as well as external evaluationthe QI Ppeer rrovide, vwe current The Chi formal quality assessment method is estabhsheldren's Trust will be used to d byOut-of-School Site Monitoring Tool developed by assess program quality (see Section V; Attachment C). The standards and fand practices outlined below are re aired for all Out -of -School programs toding on tee by The Children's Trust. Application of these standards may ro riate to the characteristics of children and youth served. •a Practices should be appropriate as adapted to developmental and ability levels of children the particular needs of children and youth with disabilities of various types. Health Safet and Facilities: youthd are met with 1. Daily nutritional and sustenance needs drinking water. healthy food choices and readily 2. Program promotes healthy lifestyles and behaviors among participants and families. children and 3. Policies and practices create a protective environment that keep youth safe from harm. 4. In door and outdoor space is sufficient for all participant ages/abilities and program activities. an Pro ram Com anents: Effective programs have clear actin des to a well-understood them aims and a coherent, well -organized set of components and There is a logical relationship between the pro r m's mission and the children and youth served, goals, oals, outcomes and activity m on to 5. Engaging and interactive activities instiiI iritiva iprogram enrol e, foster retention creativity, learning and exploration, result and regular attendance. ost 7. Enr ollment outreach efforts focus on reaching the out -of -school vulnerable children and youth who would otherwise be on their ude est bushed best practices or S. Specific programming components curriculum with evidence or research that indicates effectiveness. riate flexibility. 9. Daily routines and schedules are established, ualels off allowing ond youth 10. Programming reflects the languages and cult served, as well as meet varied styles, abilitiesandinterests. tailored to 11. Literacy components are woven throughout programming appropriate age/grade and reading/developmental levels• and tailored to 12. Physical activity and fitness are woven throughout programming appropriate age/grade and physical/developmental levels. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 15 of 78 Human Relationshi s Amon Staff Children ands between children and youth 13. Program nurtures positive, supportive relationships and caring, knowledgeable staff. the 14. Staff and families interact in positive, effective ways to support development of children and youth. Program facilitates positive, respectful interactions among children youth. 15. youth social skills, ng 16. Program focuses on relations, edevelopment ation e commulldren nication,cooperation, and leadership age -appropriate peer rel , skills. rid essed 17. The individual needs of children and youth are evaluated children with dre sob lit with relevant links to community organizations; o programming ramming is connected to the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). 18. Children, youth and parents/caregivers express satisfaction with program. Evidence of Success: tions, services and 19. The program collects information on its current operant strategies► such as children and youth; and engages in continuous imp re ost-test pefomanae periodic self -assessment, satisfaction surveys, p /p measures. 20. Theprogram establishes measurable outcomes that r o f 5itts goa1esand collects and communicates solid information about the results G) Program Activity Components RE UIRED COMPONENTS: 1. Literacy Components la s a critical role in academic, social, andpre- It is recognized that reading p Y tional development. Therefore, it is the intentof T ecTrildn anfund prn oraa mn s that demonstrate a strong voca literacy component, engaging manner and and educational manner. Proposals should demonstrate the This should includefan uency in which literacy will be included as an integral gwith activities and instruction tailored to individual evaluation of children and youth, In addition, programs that the appropriate age and developmental ievels incorporate a family literacy focus will be viewed positively. hool rovement Zone Due to the increased focus in this area within MDthCPS schools should not include schools, programs serving students attending onents; however, they should continue to promote literacy structured reading comp activity components throughout other program components. For example, physical about what may have children read and summarize game rules or write a journalhated each week. It should also be noted that Zone schools, DCS as has no designated the they do Improvement particular reading curricula for use in Imp Resources section of this RFP. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 16 of 78 2. physical Activity and Fitness Components recognizes the dramatic increase in children'salo besith rrates thr ughout The Trust 9 act on over en the United States, with a.strong negative impact on years, 15% are overweight. In and youth. Among children and teens ages ion regular physical activities and fitness are Zce teal inclusion the promotion f mrotionred addition, g has wellness and healthy lifestyles. Tht teamwork and make participation fun. physical fitness activities that promote ch s Proposals should demonstrate the manner and frequenf�ct ens poi components illude l be included as an integral component. Examples of fun President's swimming, dance classes, hip hop aerobics, martial arts classes, a rams, ra Challenge programs, pedometer/walking programs, intramural sports programs, to individually evaluate and other similar approaches. This should indudep appropriate levels. children and youth, with activities tailored to the 3. Social Skills Development Components Based on the emphasis on the importance of fostering a e.appropriate peer g eadership skills among children and relations, communication, cooperation�cturedi social skills development compone> Outcome measures for this comp youth, all programs must include onent are required• proposals should demonstrate the manne r and frequency in which social skills development activities ctua ilesy willlbe included as an integral component. sure activities his must are ffectiveinclude p children and youth to e 4. Family Involvement and Outreach quality and Family involvement and communication a an enhance program ameffective lity and F ychildren and strategies are and often benefitsachi g full program enrollment, c retaining children strategies critical for reaching youth, and ensuring regular attendance, all of which are akin a meaningful impact. In particular, outreach efforts should foon cus onrear programs making youth who would otherwise be must on reaching the most vulnerable children and in mind that providers their own during out -of -school times. Please keep s. n ensure ch ildren's safety to and from out -of -school progpraom Proposals shouldtatio is sthn e allowable c expense if a ro provider offersaamily invothis ilvement strategies that will ensure planned recruitment, enrollment, effective involvement and outreach. T. Health and Wellness Components healthydevelopment and ' dren's Trust acknowledges children and youth need daily nutritious meals The Chit times to ensure and snacks during out -and program ro rams. For wellness All children and youth must receive a lunch and snack from summer and full -day programs, and a snack from after -school chool Snack and partial Sumay mer Food Service detailed information regarding the After sponsors, se Programs, including contact information about nutrition programs Section V: Attachment F. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 17 of 78 Additional health -related activities are strongly en screenings plevioes f alua le e health components may include preventive healtheducation and information, and assistance for families navigating access to health services and medical homes. OPTIONAL COMPONENTS Applicants are encouraged to include one oral more derQfPrograms alre not expected to onents in their proposal, which are listed in alphabets performance incorporate all of these components. ncluded as pprQprlate, utilized, measures of effectiveness should 1. Arts Components Arts activities encourage children and youth a�dem c peand rforma Pexpand In a`ddition,i arts and have been shown to positively impact a components often stimulate the interests f chof iilife�nand Examplestof arts components , and exposure to arts and cultural events can improve qualityotter dance, music, theater, graphic may include painting, drawing, sculpture, pottery, arts, and the like. 2. Career and Work Preparation Career and work preparations are particularly ranT�°eser rprograrnserving components er youth in assisting in a smooth transition to adulthood. on work place etiquette, interviewing skills, resume may include coaching development, formal internships and appCenticeships, job placement and the like. In addition, youth entrepreneurial programs wt h o opportunities pp b Iding sirt t develop real or virtual businesses are also a unique approach se typically include training in business planning, managing 19 humanbudgeting, customer material resources, inventory control, product development, service, and bookkeeping. 3. Cultural Awareness Activities and awareness There is a strong value placed on cultural enrichment lead to ncr asedcc�ultural vities. Exploration of cultural differences and similarities can sensitivity and acceptance, as well as strengthen individual cultural identawareness components may take various forms, including program about particular countries or cultures, exploration of participant cultural identity, and cultural diversity training. Activities may include df anal reading and learning, storytelling, cooking, arts and crafts, music, dance, 4. Experiential Education through Adventure in which educators Experiential education includes a philosophy direct experience lology and focused reflection to purposefully engage with learnersvalues. Program components increase knowledge, develop skills and clarify typically focus on character development through hi improving foelf-er teem,rsd serf - reliance, leadership skills, ability to work within a team, for the environment. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS DPP it,nnc_nA Page 18 of 78 5. Field Trip Experiences children the opportunity Field trips can increase engagement in programs and give eriences to experience new educational, cultural and environmental e l p selected, b slddtrip sites and experiences should dof the partfciulaa out-urposefueof-school drool program• the overall goals and objectives 6. Technology Training and Access octant for all children and youth g opportunities for using current technologies are important Training and oPP irn rowing up in the current era. Program technology may includ e access to electronic mail communication�l;�t nr boards, a online multi-media ourses, tools, local and wide area networks,technology tools and applications. and training experiences using 7. Violence Reduction/Prevention Programs Components focused on violence reduction (e.g., crime and gang prevention} may r schoo whe relevant to programs operating in neighborhoods h can oit from lviolenre e violence is a problem, however, a ve, ll children and yout rams, conflict resolution training)• A prevention programs (e.g., anti -bullying programs, of activities and approaches may fit within Mild area, and youth.common focus onreli violence in the lives of eliminating and reducing S. Water Safety Components onent, especially important within One critically important health and safety comp that includes swimming or other is water safety. Any program ramr Miami -Dade County, component. Other programs water -related encouragedeactivities include education forrchildren and youth on water safety as are also to i part of a health and wellness component. RECOMMENDED HOURS OF PROGRAMMING and ensure that The hours of operation must meet the needs of working parents ch+ldrprovide en are safe from harm and not left unsupervised. In an effort to P valuable assistance to working parents: • Summer programs should offer a minimum of six hours a day of programming. • After school programs should offer a minimum of two hours a day of programming. i OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 19 of 78 H) Program Evaluation Outcomes � Program Quality Standards and As a part of the process of incorporating the 2 proposed programs must include Program Activity Components described above, p ested that programs focus comprehensive Program Evaluation Otbreast Ibas ds g°n the pr°gram's mission, their evaluation in one or more primary children and youth served, goals, and activities. Common areas of focus in out -of - school Evaluation Outcomes include: 1.Improved health and well-being 2.Increased academic achievement 4 Jmprove d involvement ss to career and work preparation 4.Improved access 5. Enhanced life skills Not all programs can or should address all of thetoutcome rtopics, and some may listed above. Programs may concentrate on one or two f outcomes. Funded programs will have choose to focus on other equally compelling identified measurable outcomes that are,related to their focus area(s). with clearly radices associated Listed below are some of the common outcomes and best p the focus areas listed above. 1. Goal: Improved health and well-being Improved physical fitness; decreased obesity; reduced a) Sample Outcomes: Imp stress; decreased involvement in risky behaviors; improved academic achievement; improved mental health; increased school involvement. b) Best Practices: Organized sports/athletics programs; healthy on education and choices are offered; academic toachievement/enrichment tic programs; healthy lifestyles education; me 9 counseling. 2. Goal: Increased academic achievement school Sample Outcomes: improved grades; better test scores; improved a) Samp attendance; reduced drop- out rates; increased high school graduation; increased college attendance and graduation. constructive evelearning b) Best Practices: Academic achievement programs; activities; cultural activities; community -based youth ute development learning; programs; consistent adult guidanCe and support;ro project -based learning; mentoring; tutoring; asset -based programming; p ] formal after -school programs; extracurricular activities. 3. Goal: Decreased involvement in risky behaviors a)Sample Outcomes: Decreased incidences sexual ity and d enug and pregnancy; reduced delinquency and co alcohol abuse; less likelihood of making unhealthy choices such as violence and smoking; fewer juvenile arrests and felonies. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 20 of 78 b) Best Practices: Service learning; life skills training; consistent adult guidance and support; training or coaching in thinking skills; community - based mentoring; asset -based programming; extracurricular activities; cultural after -school activities; access to vocational arenas, therapeutic counseling, and academic enrichment after school; skills development programs; after -school activities such as volunteer work, sports, and spending more time on homework. 4. Goal: Increased access to career and work preparation a) Sample Outcomes: Higher career aspirations; positive increases in career exploration knowledge; increased likelihood of choosing positive paths; improved proficiency in skills requiring leadership and teamwork; improved knowledge of appropriate work habits. b) Best Practices: Community -based youth development programs; consistent adult guidance and support; asset -based programming; formal after -school programs; service learning. 5. Goal: Enhanced life skills a) Sample Outcomes: Increased number of positive peer relationships; decreased number of classroom conflicts and confrontations; improved written and verbal communication skills; increased understanding and acceptance of cultural differences; increased interest and success in filling leadership roles. b) Best Practices: Social competency skills curricula; stress management workshops, problem -solving activities; stable relationships with caring adults; service -learning and community service opportunities; organized after -school programs; cultural activities. I) Screening Requirements All staff and volunteers working in a program funded by The Children's Trust must comply with state backgroundasllowable and,requesteding and f fingerprinting ds requirements. reflect these costs for these screenings are expenses. Contracted providers must maintain staff personnel files that contain results of background screening results indicating no findings. It is the responsibility of the provider's management to know the laws governing their program and be sure the program is in compliance. See Florida Statutes Chapter 435 for additional background screening information. The screening must include all of the following: a) Notarized Affidavit of Good Moral Character b) Employment history check for the past two years c) Local Criminal Records Check - indicating no findings d) Federal Criminal Records Check - indicating no findings (If results have not been received, then proof of submission must be on file.) OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS RFP #7C105-06 Page 21 of 78 Local background screening should be accomplished through one of the following at avenues: of Lawenforcement (FDLE) • Florida Department w.fdle.state.fl.us. Click on the "Backgrodulsd required for a and" tab online follow the ' ww of $23 by credit car the instructions. A payment 571-30QQ. background check. • Miami -Dade- Police Department, 2917 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL. t305 Cost: $5.00. Documents needed: Florida Identification. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Miami, FL. 401 N der d only). oo*Only S-807, for DCF • Department of Children &Families, oney or (305) 377-7682. Cost: $ contracted agencies. may be accomplished through: Federal background 850d screening 10 5324, Cost: $47 (employee), $36 (volunteer) • VECHS Program, 3) Eligible Respondents governmental entities, not for profit or for -profit organizations Applicants may be,. or qualified to do business in the State of Florida isrfaith based prohibited by incorporated Q regulation. The Ch bited organizations exempted from ithaprograms e state from contracting that are under the exclusive jurisdiction th stem. However, collaboration and/or use of s ho the �urree►t of the public school sy organizations byprivate or not -for -profit entities aruorgaaance ofdmtultiple org RFP. reference may be given to a coalition based on the Out -Of -School RFP, p that will strengthen the knowledge and expertise OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 22 of 78 SECTION III: GENERAL INFORMATION and TIMETABLE A) Application Timetable / Important Dates Event Release of RFP and Cone of Silence goes into effect Bidders conference at Temple Israel, 137 NE 19th Street Mandatory letter of intent received online by 5 p.m. Application Training (same training offered again on Feb. 24) Budget Training Last day to submit questions Application Training (repeat of training offered on Feb. 15) Publication of responses to formal questions on website Publication of final addenda (if any) to RFP and final responses to questions on website Continuation Application due to The Children's Trust offices New Application due to The Children's Trust offices Approval by The Trust Board of Directors and end of Cone of Silence Contract Execution Contract Start Date Date/Due Date Wed., February 2, 2005 Thur., February 10, 2005, 9-11 a.m. Tues., February 15, 2005 Tues., February 15, 2005 TBA Tues., February 22, 2005, 12 p.m. (EST) Thur., February 24, 2005 Fri., February 25, 2005 Fri., February 25, 2005 Tues., March 1, 2005, 2 p.m. (EST). Mon., March 14, 2005, 2 p.m. (EST) Monday, April 11, 2005 TBA TBA All dates set forth above are subject to change by The Children's Trust with notice provided. Over the course of two to three weeks following the bidders conference, The Children's Trust will sponsor several workshops related to this RFP. At the bidders conference, a calendar of training events with specific details (e.g., speakers, dates, times, locations) will be distributed and posted on the Trust webslte (www.thechildrenstrust.orq). B) Mandatory Letter of Intent A mandatory letter of intent must be submitted online by Tuesday, February 15, 2005, at 5 p.m. in order for an applicant to be considered for funding. The Letter of Intent to Submit Grant Application must be submitted in the online format, which is available at http://www.thechildrenstrust.orq/RFPLetterofintent.asp. The letter of intent should indicate whether the application is for continuation, or new funding (see Section I: B on page 4) and include 50 words or less on the kinds of collaborations each applicant is seeking and what each applicant can offer. This is a fatal flaw. Applications received without the letter of intent will not be reviewed. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 23 of 78 L?FP #t7nn5-06 C) Bidders Conference but interested applicants rout n r opportunity for Attendance at the bidders conference . The conference yp Qr technical are strongly encouraged top ro rammatic organizations to seek clarification about any Itp ago provides networking requirements referenced in the solicitation.ro osal. It is the onl opportunities for receive verbal lhich could strengthen a instructions or verbal information regarding ke the oerviCe to receive r e , contractual expectations and other critics tservices to be procured, requirements. All questions addressed at this rs�bidders registand ered conference willbe the add delivery r in and distributed to all persons who 9 RFP. en in thesewrit written answers are binding on The ZOQ�iIdren's Trust. from 9 to 11 a.m., The RFP. OnlyFebruary 1 , conference T will be Israel, u13 conducted 19on hStreet , Miami, Florida, 33132. (EST), at Temple Note: See Application Timetable/Important Dates in Section III: A. D) Terms of Agreement representations made in the The applicant must certify that all facts, figures, and rep taro a written are true and correct (See Official Certifications located on page 4 of the Grant s} It is required that the applicantscontractedrn the Grant Application forms}, professional consultants, commitment from each organization, their agreement to participate in employees, and Project director acknowledging application. The funds this grant and this commitment be included planthgovelrnment or tax funds that requested in this application(s) may ro ect s The uses set forth in this p ] { ). would d in thise grant used fot the pure of the must be authorized by in must be a true estimate iication( }oust neededto operate requestedThe filing of this pp the proposed program(s)• of directors or officers of the administrative services authorized to aact t as ent, the boardheg application mustAll and the contact person submitting the app •lication(s). the representative of the agency in connection with this app p application must be true and accurate. representations and work contained i lga any misrepresentation or fake Applicant understands and agreesdisqualify the applicant e The AppProposal will disq fY response statement in response to this Request for substantial change after the rasp render any response as non -responsive. Any award will is submittedid, renderapplicant the application as non -responsive and any grantro oral is l contained he be void. Lastly, the applicant attests that all ework represented, within nd than not been thea unique and original in anyct of wayfrom another agency's work product. plagiarized or duplicated2006, with the 2005 through May 31,thewith tioe The initial contract ew be effective June 1, years,based on satisfactory option of annual renewals, at the election of oTthree Trust, up a viable P for a period of up of the contract,period and proven ability to continue as contract performance, quality during this prior entity. Contract amounts will be negotiated and approved execution. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 24 of 78 Contract award and execution of the award is contingent ntof p°ograrnavailability a d funding, outcome achievement, and successful budgetary issues. Unsatisfactory performance as determined by The Trust staff will result in corrective action up to and including termination of the contract if non-compliance persists. The Children's Trust Core Contract, is included in the RFP download of this document. The terms and conditions are not neaotiable and are subject to change prior to the execution of the contr��tSterSubmslssion of a and conditions. osThe core al by an organization shall constitute acceptance of those contract cannot be accessed until the RFP detail and download information have been completed. A core contract modified for governmental ntite n I ties is v ilable upon request. All potential applicants should ensure appropriate review of the terms and condition prior to tcontract may be submit amendedproposal to include Children's Trust funding. The terms of the requirements mandated by a funding source other to than t these mandatory terms shall participates in funding the program. Failureaccept be grounds for not awarding the contract or terminating the contract. E) Late Proposals and Modifications Proposals for continuation funding must s he a sue bmitted te teand bm ty ime ateh ,and 2005,l 2:00 p.m. (EST). Proposal submitted after l not be considered for funding under this RFP.Proposals l Pror new oposals op sals submitted aftet be submitted by March 14, 2005, 2:00p.m. r the due date and time are late and will noaEials receivedconsiered fafter the respectiveor funing under this RFP. Modifications or supplementary mt proposal due date and time are also late, and will not be considered in rating the proposal. This is a fatal flaw. F) Changes/Updates of Applicant's Location or Contact Information It is the responsibility of the entity to update The Children's l Trust con cont ct onceriany changes such as new address, telephone number, , person. Updates can be made through The Children's Trust website at www.thechildrenstrust.orq. G) Pre -Selection Site Visits The Children's Trust reserves the right, at its uunder thiseRi=Pon site visit to any organization that is being considered for funding Generally site visits may be expected for applicants that are not currently receiving funding from The Trust. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS RFP #2005-06 Page 25 of 78 H) RFP Postponement or Cancellation If for any reason funds are no longer available to support any or all parts of the programs listed in this RFP, The Children's Trust reserves the right to postpone or cancel this RFP at any time. The Trust may, at its sole and absolute discretion, reject any and all, or parts of any and all proposals, re -advertise this RFP, postpone or cancel this RFP process, or waive any irregularities in the RFP or in the proposals received as a result of this RFP. I) Joint Proposals When multiple applicants submit a joint proposal(s) in response to the Request for Proposal, a single applicant shall be identified as the Prime Vendor/Lead Agency. If offering a joint proposal, the Prime Vendor/Lead Agency must include the name and address of all parties of the joint proposal. The Prime Vendor/Lead Agency shall provide all bonding and insurance requirements, execute any contract(s), complete the required documentation and have overall and complete accountability to resolve any dispute arising under the contract. Only a single contract with one applicant shall be acceptable. Prime Vendor/Lead Agency responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following: overall contract administration, oversight of preparation of reports and presentations, filing of any protest actions, etc. The Prime Vendor/Lead Agency shall also prepare and present a consolidated invoice(s) for services performed. The Prime Vendor/Lead Agency shall remain responsible for performing services associated with response to this Request for Proposal. In the event that similar or complimentary service approaches are proposed by different applicants, especially if to serve the same neighborhood or population, The Children's Trust reserves the right to negotiate collaborative partnerships as determined to be in the best interests of the children to be served. J) Collaboration The Children's Trust is mandated to assist with coordination of the provision and delivery of children's services in Miami -Dade County. Therefore, in order to maximize funding dollars, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to form clearly defined, meaningful, collaborative relationships with parents, youth, and community residents; other community agencies and businesses; and providers that are directly involved in delivering services for children, youth, and families. This includes, but is not limited to, collaboration with the Early Learning Coalition of Miami -Dade, Florida Department of Children and Families, Miami -Dade County Public Schools, Miami -Dade County, the Miami -Dade County Health Department, the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, the faith community, health care providers, parent -teacher organizations, housing and legal services, workforce services, and colleges and universities. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS nrn .47nnc_nti Page 26 of 78 Additionally, providers are asked to cooperate with Switchboard is Miami, Ioperatioc. lreferral Once the Switchboard of Miami information ram and agency information. providers are expected to communicate updated prop A program information form is located in Section V: Attachments E, on pffigg7g• K) Fiscal Soundness The Children's Trust seeks to fund projects that it can expeect eoperate 9 sein a scaIly sound manner. In addition, theAgency's relevant r'�ncluding previous funding, rvices similar to those currently being proposed requested, monitoring reports, work with the proposed participants and/of or neighthebo cy'sd, and cultural competence for providing services. Attach acopy ost recent financial audit completed by a CPA registeredaccepted toed t d sinaccuni in thepState of Florida and conducted in accordance with generally P s. For smaller agencies that have an annual budget of less d thanan al300,0n00 may include t a copy of their most recent reviewed or comp completed by a CPA licensed in Florida. The Trust will review fiscal solvency utilizing a three -prong ratio test based on audited financial statement for larger agencies ando plied fi a fo amol reat meat for R the smaller agencies. See Section IV: C, Proposal g. L) Required Insurance The Children's Trust requires that all providers applying for funding have the appropriate insurance coverage. The minimum elimtl iability per occurrence Insurance for vb d�Y is $500,000 including coverage for combinedsingle injuryand property damage. The minimum coverage rage for riWorkers' Compensation p nsa ion Insurance is $500,000 for employees requiredby he 400 400 covering all - owned, non -owned minimum coverage for Automobile is �1► ► occurrence for bodily injury and and hired vehicles for a combined single limit per property damage, if transporting children. The Children's Trust must be named as pro p an additional insured if funded. M) Leveraged Resources lead The Trust will provide preference for proposals that n leverage Trust-fes unded projy ect. any agency, and/or other partners involved in a Leveraged resources can be provided as cash or in-kind c year ibut on.to These tse resources must be utilized during the official grantproject ram and must relate directly to the specific grant aprogram kind and not ocontrt overall program, More information about cash cost of the agency, provided in Section IV: B Budget Instructions. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS RFP #Inns-ob Page 27 of 78 N) Method of Payment This will be a cost reimbursement contract, based on the units of service defined in the contract. The Trust will make payment to the contracted providers based on actual costs derived from Provider invoices reflecting services delivered in accordance with the signed agreement and approved budget with the Provider. Units of service will be monitored quarterly and the Contract adjusted in the third and fourth quarter if units are below contract requirements. Payment is contingent upon submittal of complete and accurate data in accordance with The Trust requirements including invoice submittal, submittal of programmatic data reporting requirements and program reports. 0) Cone of Silence Applicants are advised that The Children's Trust is subject to a "Cone of Silence" and "Conflict of Interest" policy. The Cone of Silence may be obtained upon request to the Clerk of the Board, The Children's Trust. The Cone of Silence is a prohibition on certain communications between certain persons during a competitive solicitation process. Commencement/Termination. The Cone of Silence begins at the time of advertisement of the RFP or bid and ends when the Chief Executive Officer makes his or her written recommendation to The Children's Trust board. However, if The Children's Trust board refers the recommendation back to the Chief Executive Officer for further review, the Cone of Silence is re -imposed until such time as the Chief Executive Officer makes a subsequent recommendation. Allowable Communications, 1. Communications in writing at any time with any Trust employee, official or member of The Trust unless specifically prohibited by the applicable Invitation to Negotiate, RFQ or bid documents. The author of the written communication must fle a copy of the written communication with the Clerk of the Board. 2. Communications between any person and the procurement agent or contracting officer responsible for administering the procurement process for such Invitation to Negotiate, RFQ or bid, provided such communication is limited to matters of process or procedure already contained in the corresponding solicitation document. 3. Communications between procurement agent or contracting officer (or their designated secretarial/clerical staff) and a member of the selection committee provided such ra� d communicationin the corresponding sol c solicitation and procedure already co document. 4. Duly noticed site visits or public meetings. 5. Oral communications at the bidders conference. 6. Oral communications requested by review committees. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS RFP #2005-06 Page 28 of 78 7. Contract negotiations during any duly noticed public meetings. 8. Public presentations made to The Trust board. 9. Communications with the Miami -Dade County Attorney assigned to The Children's Trust and his/her staff. 10. Communications with the Research, Evaluation and Training Department of The Trust at publicly noticed training activities. 11. Emergency procurement of goods or services. 12. Obtaining industry comment or performing market research provided all communications related thereto are made in writing or at a duly noticed public meeting. Restricted Communications. Once the Cone of Silence is imposed, the following persons may not communicate with one another with regard to a particular Invitation to Negotiate, RFQ or bid: 1. Potential bidders, vendors, service providers, lobbyists and consultants cannot communicate with: a) The Trust's professional staff, the Chief Executive Officer and his/her staff; b) Trust board members; and c) selection committee members. 2. The Trust board members cannot communicate with: a) b) potential professional staff, vendors, service providers, lobbyists and consultants; staff, the Chief Executive Officer and his/her staff; and c) selection committee members. 3. Professional staff, the Chief Executive Officer and his/her staff cannot communicate with: a) potential bidders, vendors, service providers, lobbyists and consultants; b) Trust board members; and c) selection committee members. 4. Selection committee members cannot communicate with: a) potential bidders, vendors, serC�l�f Executive Offb erproviders, 'sts and and bis/herconsultants; and b)) professional staff, the Trust board members. 5. Exception. If a Board member declares in writing that he or she shall not participate in the review of the applications submitted in response to the competitive solicitation and shall abstain from v voting hen on the ea applications d member when they come before the Board for approval, shall be able to communicate with the following persons/entities, and these persons/entities shall be able to communicate with the Board member: potential bidders, vendors, service providers, lobbyists and consultants. The Board member must submit his/her written declaration to the Clerk of the Board of the Trust prior to the imposition of the Cone of Silence. 6. If a person begins to communicate about a competitive solicitation with another person with whom communication is prohibited, that second person is not in violation of the Cone of Silence if he/she advises that the Cone of Silence is in effect and terminates the conversation. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS �r .,n" nc Page 29 of 78 P) Conflict of Interest The State of Florida and The Children's Trust conflict of interest laws apply to this RFP and its contracts. The State laws can be viewed at atowowagtency whoeisl also and applicants must disclose the name of any officer,ants must employee of The Trust or a member of its Boardror emsrectorsloyee whoAll ow napps,cdirectly or disclose the name of any Trust Board member or any of its branches. Such indirectly, any interest in the applicant's disclosure must be submitted to the President/CEO of The Children's Trust no later than the proposal deadline. Q) Inquiries About the Application l Verbal inquiries regarding the substance the Thursday,tion process February 10,21pp51y be permitted during the bidders conference on Written questions may be submitted through uesde y, February 22, 2005, at 12:00 p.m. (EST). Written questions will be acceptedby su to oft thechildrensrust.or , through The Children's Trust website, www.thechildrenstrust.or , or by mail to: Jean S. Logan, Chief Program and Operations Officer The Children's Trust 1900 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite #200 Miami, Florida 33132 The RFP, the Application and the Application process will be discussed at the bidders conference. All questions raised will fu�lanswered, ch will �� posted on the ssible, at that time. Answers to questions that need website along with the questions answered duringllthe be accepted. bidders conference. After the close of the conference, no verbal inquiries A response to ail written questions will be sent he Trust o all who s b itmit at questions by Friday, February 25, 2005 and also posted www.thechlldrenstrust.or R) Selection Criteria AN applications will be rated and scored accordin di to ThenCh Idren's Trust members iform set of criteria detailed in the RFP. The Evaluation Team, and issue experts, will score each application that passes the critical. criteria review and determine rank -order for ail qualified applications. Critical Note: The highest-ranking numericbal e considered os 9n include but are not t assure a funding recommendation. Other factors which may limited to: past performance of individual1, costs Ifor services;) arrayservices; services; proposed unduplicated number of r or financial viability and location of services; relevant experience and qualifications; stability of the agency. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS RFP * 2005-06 Page 30 of 78 Minor inconsistencies or revisions may be addressed during the contract meeting, at the sole and complete discretion of The Children's Trust. The Children's Trust retains the right to accept, modify, reject entirely, or partially reject portions of an application. The Children's Trust reserves the right, at its sole and complete discretion, to conduct face-to-face interviews with all, or selected applicants as a step in the selection process. The Children's Trust also reserves the right, at its discretion, to conduct pre -selection site visits to any organization, including collaborating agencies, that is being considered for funding under this RFP. S) Appeal Process An Applicant may appeal The Trust funding recommendations by utilizing the following guidelines. Appeals are limited to procedural grounds. (1)Any Applicant who is adversely affected by with a procedural determination may file a Notice of Appeal, in writing, within seventy-two (72) hours following the receipt of the President/CEO's written recommendations for funding to the Board. Minor irregularities may be waived if these are in the best interest of the Trust, at the discretion of the President/CEO. The Notice of Appeal shall be in writing, state the facts upon which such appeals shall be based and the issue(s) to be decided. All notices shall be directed to the President/CEO at The Children's Trust, 1900 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 200, Miami, FL 33132. (2)The President/CEO shall review such appeal within seven (7) working days of receipt of the formal written Notice of Appeal. The appeal process is under revision and may affect appeals related to this RFP. When finalized, an addendum will be issued addressing all changes. T) Ownership of Application Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, all materials and supporting documentation submitted in response to the Funding Application become public record and are the property of The Trust. The Trust assumes and accepts no liability whatsoever for disclosure or utilization of material unidentified as trade secrets or confidential information. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS .,nnr nc Page 31 of 78 U) Trade Secret and Confidential Materials If the application includes material which is deemed l exempt from nea�ro�Isionsed by of Section 812.081, FS) or other confidential ma Chapter 119, FS, which the applicant does not wish to become public record, the following statement should be included in the application: "Trade Secrets as defined by Section 812.081, Florida Statutes, a otesher space confidential materials contained on pages (list applicable P 9 provided) of this application shall not be used or disclosed, except for evaluation purposes." However, if a contract is awarded to this applicant, or in connection with the submission of this program, The Trust shall have the right to use or disclose the information designated as trade secrets or confidential rto tohesee xtent or di psrove ided then the contract. This restriction does not limit The T 9 information designated as trade secrets or confidential which is obtained from another source. Any exemption claimed will be limited to the pertinent data/documents he dontust sry, be supported by a statutory exemption. Notwithstandinganything nothing contained in the application shall be deemed or interpreted to restrict or prevent The Trust from complying with the disclosure ed quarements of t trade secret Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, when material is incorrectly identified the applicant se revenants not confidential information. By submitting an application,under Chapter 119,to Florida Statutes, or The Trust and waives onnection withany claim nst The Trust or as a result of any disclosures by The Trust in connection herewith. V) Pre -Contract Agreement Expenses Any and all expenses involved in the preparation and submission of proposals or any work performed in connection with development ll and d madesub f it asionny effort of proposals shall be borne by the applicant(s). No payment required of or assumed by the applicant(s) prior to commencement of work as defined by a fully executed contract. W) Program Monitoring/Evaluation Monitoring of the program contracted through hiscm of social stive iery on cewill joint be conducted by The Trust staff. However, as a supporter monitoring initiatives, The Trust monitoring may be cMiami-County government ucted in collaboration with other funding bodies such as the State of Florida, Miami -Dade County Public Schools, the United Way and others, with the intent to reduce duplication and promote cooperation. of the program(s) am(s) may be r eq large contract awards, at he ed• Trust discretion, a formal, external evaluate At the time of contract negotiation, The Trust staff will confirm acceptable performance outcome measures. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 32 of 78 The Provider shall submit monthly and quarterly reports by the 10th day following the month to be reported and annual reports, as required, within thirty (30) calendar days after the close of the federal fiscal year on September 30th. The Provider shall make all records and services pertaining to eligible clients available at all times to inspection, review and/or audit by The Trust. Required internal documentation may include, but may not be limited to, the following: • Personnel records of staff involved with program • Daily activity log schedules and monthly calendars • Training modules • Client satisfaction surveys • Pre and post evaluations (if applicable) • Follow-up/statistical data logs • Client files as required • Client information data files • Original invoices Monitoring and other reports produced by The Trust and/or other social service funding agencies, as well as achievement of contract and performance requirements, timeliness of requested information and fiscal stability shall be factors considered in evaluating all funding requests. X) Public Entity Crimes Pursuant to Paragraph 2(a) of Section 287.133, Florida Statutes, a person or affiliate who has been placed on the convicted vendor list following a conviction for a public entity crime may not submit a proposal for a contract to provide any goods or services to a public entity; may not be awarded or perform work as a contractor, supplier, subcontractor or consultant under a contract with any public entity; and, may not transact business with any public entity in excess of the threshold amount provided in Section 287.017 for Category Two ($10,000) for a period of thirty-six (36) months from the date of being placed on the convicted vendor list. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS ID MD 11'nns-n6 Page 33 of 78 SECTION IV: APPLICATION INFORMATION A) Formatting and Submission Requirements 1. Application Formatting Requirements • All narrative responses must be single-spaced in no smaller than 12-point Times New Roman, 11-point Verdana, or 11-point Arial. Smaller font size (i.e., 10-point) may be used in completing the landscape tables if needed. • All responses must not exceed maximum specified page or word limits when applicable. The Children's Trust reserves the right to discard responses that exceed the page limits specified. • All pages should be 8.5x11 inch with margins as set within the Application Forms. • Each page should be numbered consecutively, beginning with the application cover sheet as page 1. • Use the standard table of contents included in the application forms, adding the appropriate page numbers for each section. All proposal material must be placed in the order outlined. • All sections, including Application Forms, Supporting Documents, and Fiscal/Policy Materials must have page numbers. • The original proposal must contain an original signature in blue ink on the Certifications page 4 of the Grant Application forms. The original signature must be of the designated agent officially authorized to act as the contractual agent for the organization or collaborative partnership. The application includes the following three sections, as noted in the standard Table of Contents. Application Forms are included in the RFP download in a printable PDF format, as well as an Excel document, at the following Zink: http://thechildrenstrust.orq/RFPDetailsDownloads.aso. Application Forms are contained within one document (Excel format) with multiple spreadsheets for each section, including: Cover Pages Certifications Page Table of Contents Program Summaries Organizational Capability Primary Population Collaborations Site Locations Details Goals Worksheet Outcomes Worksheet Activities Descriptions OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS ��....r.r of Page 34 of 78 Process Worksheet Agency and Program Budget Budget Summary for Proposed Program Budget Justification Budget by Site Location Daily Unit Cost Acknowledgment of Addendum Supporting Documents are directly related to the Application Form sections and questions. Sanctions, Violations and/or Litigation Documentation, if applicable Organizational Chart(s) Evidence of Past Success, if applicable (monitoring reports, letters of support, etc.) Staff Resumes Job Descriptions Collaborative Letters of Agreement, Memoranda of Understanding, if applicable Outcome Tests and Measures Schedule of Daily Activities and Field Trips Documentation of Cash or In -kind Matching Funds Consultant Agreement Letters Verification of Agency's Indirect Cost Rate Fiscal/Policy Materials includes the Agency financial audit. This should be packaged and bound separately from the Application Forms and Supporting Documents, with copies of the Application Cover and Certifications Pages on top, labeled as 'FISCAL/POLICY MATERIALS'. Required documents include: Cover Pages (from Application Forms) --write "FISCAL/POLICY MATERIALS" on top of first page Certifications Page (copy) Table of Contents Financial Audit/Unaudited Financial Statements Certification form (See Section V: Attachment 1, page 78) — The certification form is required to be signed by agencies submitting a grant application and it outlines required documents that agency will be responsible for if awarded a contract. Critical Note: Agencies recommended for funding that do not have a current audit may have additional contract requirements with regard to compliance with required financial conditions, The Children's Trust reserves the right to withdraw any contract award with agencies that are unable to meet minimum fiscal standards. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 35 of 78 2. Proposal Submission A lication Forms and Su ortin Documents: Applicants must submit one 1 bound on • final of each an electronnc co on bound co ies for a total of seven 7 ro osa s and 3 ring a CD ROM in a sealed envelo a or container. Binder clips,saples, bound so binders are NOT acceptable. The proposal must be permanently, that allow the cannot be separated. Comb, coil, and wire binding that pages Veto or ACCO binding are proposal to lay flat when open are preferred. However, page ofb the Cover also acceptable. The cover should be transpf arent oposal muste stbe on a CD ROM. Sheet is visible. The electronic version Floppy diskettes are not acceptable. Applicants must submit a total of two(2) Fiscal Polic Materials: bound sets of fiscal/policy materials - included in the sealed enVelOpe or container d 3-ring binders Application Forms and are not acceptable. Supporting Documents. Binder clips, staples, anbound so that pages cannot The materials must be permanently, firmly d wire binding that allow the proposal to lay flat when separated. Comb, Coil, an open are preferred. However, Velo or ACCO bindings are also acceptable. t ceiv Proposals for continuation or enhancement funding Miami, ridbe re 3ved7ton The Children's Trust, 4500 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 201., r r .Op m. EST March 1 2005. ProposaiS for new funding ding must be before 2. EST received at the same address on or before 2:00 •m•e-mail. be sent by US Mail (certified mail with reetum d receiptor fort proof of Proposals may not b mailing), courier, or hand -delivered. Proposals may Proposals rec eived at the offices of The Children's Trust after the above stated deadlines will not be accepted. Each original and copy of the applicaton should have they name ue ely frr ae agency, on each program Warne, and the designation "original"or cop outside cover. Is and all copies should then be securely sealed inan Spool peo r other The originals "Application for Funding fo container and clearly labeled "qPP � agency en on the front. with the individual program name and submitting a g OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Paae 36 of 78 B) Budget Instructions The budget sections of the Application Forms focus on determining the appropriateness of the budget required to achieve the proposed activities and outcomes. It consists of five (5) worksheets: 1. Agency and Program Budget 2. Budget Summary for Proposed Program 3. Budget Justification 4. Budget By Site Locations 5. Daily Unit Cost Please complete all blue shaded areas on each worksheet. 1. Agency and Program Budget purpose of the The Agency and Program Budget should be completed offirst. the ent re funpfof the Agency and Program Budget is to ps�u des s �n summary Section 8--all other Agency broken down by funding rmation portions in Sections A and C will be autom Sectlilon Billed containsdfour (4)on ocolumns entered on the Cover Pages and in Section B. that should be completed as follows: • Source of Fundin Enter each funding source, including n lu Eight all cmajor o iesn iif fund ties frrn ives grant funds or sure which the Agency • The Children's Trust Re uested Grant Amounthis Pro ram: Enter the sources are specified, as follows: for amount of funds requested for the proposed program. • Child Develo meet Services Funds: Enter the amount of funds received for delivery of subsidized childcare services. • Miami -Dade Count Grants Local : Specify the Department or source within the County that provides the grant funds. • Federal Grants: Specify the Department or source within .the federal government that provides the grant funds. Stateran Gts: Specify the Department or source within the State that provides • the grant funds. Specify the organization or source that ▪ Foundations Charitable Funds: Sp fY provides the grant funds. the source of any additional revenues. If • Cash Fees Other Revenue: Specify the amount and funding period this is an ongoing source of revenue, provide equivalent to one year. portion • In -Kind Contributions: Specify the source of the contributions. they must beclearly of these contributions will support the proposed detailed in the budget narrative. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 37 of 78 • Fundin Grant Period: Enter the grant period, including start and end dates, for each grant listed. the • Pro ram Bud et: If any part of each grant listed will be used to support proposed program, enter that amount under theProgram each grant Budget. This may include the total grant amount or only a portAgency receives from each grant • A eg nc _gy_ udc�et: Enter the entire amount the pgroposed program. listed, including funds to be used to support 2. Budget Summary for Proposed Program including funds This section relates ONLY toeTrust�tfundsthe frompotherpsou gramrces, and matching requested from The Children's funds. Re uested Fundin The amount the Agency is requesting from The Children s Trust.s er Fundin. Re nested or Received: The amount therAgency receive pr. l3oe r has received from other funding •th to support the proposed ur to label each column heading with the name of the specific funding source in the blue shaded area. Matchin Funds: Matching funds may be Cash or In-kind that acibutions, and re part of the include oveall non-federal cash dollars and/or donated a�ernT� items/services considered Match Funds, the cost of operating the proposed prog year and must contribution must take place during eheroposeded grantnprogram, mrather than the relate directly to the delivery p overall cost of the Agency. In all cases, documentation in the form of a statement from the funding agency or receipt from the contributor must be obtained as well as and submitted in the Supporting Documents section of the grant kept on file for audit purposes. applicant t.Cash Match contributions require that actual cash funds come from Acceptable he ah Match or other parties to help manage the proposed program. includes: client fees, cash from another source,party payments (excluding Medicaid) that directly supportproposed program. 2.In-kind Match contributions include items or services for which the Agency doeslies, not have to pay, such as a non -monetary donations of od from organization(s) suppnes} space, staff time, etc. Such donations must be other than the applicant agency, and must be used to support the proposed program. Acceptable In -kind Match includes: equipment, supplies, other tangible administrative overhead, and the use of space that resources}, staff, volunteers, would otherwise have to be purchased from grant funds. Sala ries: Complete this section for all staff directly involved �rnec thattrying direct y t the proposed program, including the _administrative personnel related to administering the proposed program. List full-time employees and part- Y ees under the appropriate heading. Enter the position title, name, and time employ OUT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 35 of 78 e, enter annual salary in the blue shaded area. If the name rsego stingil� from The TrBst to A as the name. Then enter the percent the Agency su ort each position, as well as the percents paid by ther funalds g sourcent salard matching funds, if applicable. licable. The amount column and y amount columns will be automatically calculated. Jobtion scriptions for each position should be attached in the Supporting Documents rin a Benefits: This section represents total fringbenefit atostse or forriountffdi each ly involved with the proposed program. Enter the percentageThamounts for each column blue shaded line item under fringe benefit category• and totals will be automatically calculated. Categories include the following: current rate of • FICA/MICA: This rate is set by the Internal Revenue Service 7.65% is provided. • Workman's Compensation: Enter the Agency's rate for Workman`s Compensation Insurance. Note that the rate may vary per position, therefore, enter that rate to account for this variation. • Unemployment: Enter the Agency's rate for Unemployment Compensation Insurance. • Health Insurance: Enter the monthly cost of health f insurance t of the program, that if somstaff account for thnot have isvariation. urance coverage this amountper staff. Note that if • Life Insurance: Enter henmonthly °ancle coverage for nyinsurance part of the program, this some staff do not have amount should account for this variation. • Re tirement: Enter the Agency rate for retirement benefits. The rationale and calculations of the amounts must be included in the budget justification. y the Agency for the. • Other: Enter any additional fringe benefits offered te mddisabiiity, or the like. The program staff, such as short term disability, long rationale and calculations of the amounts must be included in the budget justification. 0 eratin Ex eases: This section should include all expen Enter associatedawith cost the proposed program that are not salary/fringe ben efits. necessary for the provision of services in the blUe shaded support for eac line item the Then enter the percent the Agency is r support, from matching funds, if topercent other funding source(s) will appli cable. The amount column and Total percent and amount columns will be automatically calculated. order to ensure programs are high quality, easily accessible, and able to meet In the following costs will be allowable: electronic reporting requirements, s and equipment, participant transportation (with strongprogra mming materials, tialt no otherappropriateforms of transportation are available), justification that computer technology equipment, Lead Agency administrative expenses. •Travel other than clients : Enter annual cost for staff travel necessary to OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 39 of 78 provide proposed services, between sites, or for training directly relevant to program services. Use the current state reimbursement rate to calculate travel costs. The Children's Trust allows up to $0.36 a mile. • Travel (clients): Enter the annual cost associated with the direct transportation of program participants. Travel can be in the form of bus pass/tokens or the lease/maintenance of buses/vans. Proper documentation in the form of receipts must be obtained and kept for audit purposes. Transportation to/from the program is an allowable component. Programs must ensure the safety of children arriving and departing, and this should be kept in mind when transportation arrangements and expenses are planned. The Children's Trust requires that all bus transportation be contracted through Miami -Dade County Public School -approved companies. A current list of approved companies is provided in the attachment section of this RFP or available on-line under the Private Bus List found at htto://dot.dadeschools.net. All transportation must comply with state regulations. The purchase of vehicles is not an allowable cost. ♦. Meals (clients): Enter the annual cost of meals provided to participants as part of the proposed program. Costs of meals may be in the form of snacks and/or full meals for full -day programs. • Lease/Rent: Enter the annual cost for all budgeted space ocb. eused If uby th e program and the percentage allocation for ea g eou ities, janitorial supplies, or any other costs are included in the lease/rent agreement, it should be stated in the budget justification. If the space in a building is allocated to more than one program, the basis and method used to distribute the cost must be reasonable and properly documented. A copy of the Lease Agreement is required at time of contract negotiation/signing. Indicate total square footage budgeted for the program and rate per square foot in the budget justification. The funder does not pay depreciation costs or "rental" costs for property the Agency owns unencumbered by a mortgage. • Maintenance: Enter the annual cost for maintenance of the office space and ground maintenance and the percentage allocation for each funding source. The budget justification should llocation�dlf he frequency cost allot t onthe pianactivity, not e cost of each occurrence, and the a like that of the space lease/rent, a detailed justification for the variance must be provided. • Electricity: Enter the annual cost and the percentage thatofallocationlease/rent, space � g source. If the cost allocation plan is not detailed justification for the variance must be provided. • Communications: Enter the annual cost of telephone expenses to include charges for local and long distance lines, as well as charges for leased equipment and the installation of leased equipment. Allowable costs include telephone services (traditional or cellular) and pagers only thosedirect phane c Ilsservices identified personnel identified in the Salaries section.Only costs for program related will be allowed. • Office Supplies: Enter the annual cost of these supplies and the percentage allocation for each funding source. This line item should not include funds to OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 40 of 78 PPP #2nn5-O6 purchase equipment. Su lies: Enter the annual cost of supplies that will be used by the • Pro a ram�— program participants and the percentage allocation for each funding source. This line item should not include funds to purchase equipment. and reproduction and • Printin Re roduction: Enter the annual cost forprinting the percentage allocation for each funding source. These costs must be directly applicable to program service delivery and consumed within one year. participants • Snippy Posta e: Enter the ann to! cost othera send correspondence to agencies and institutions and the and on behalf of participants Pts percentage allocation for each funding source. • Non-ca ital E ui meet < 750 : Non -capital expenditures are individual items purchased for less than $750. List each item to be purchased with its respective cost and percentage allocation for each funding source. tolf the cost is distribute theallocated more than one program, must the basis and method ustificatian should include be reasonable and properly documented. The budget J a description of each item, the purpose of the item, and cost dp rual unit. itempurchased • Ga eta! E ui ment > 750 : Capital expenditures tete than) one year. All capital for $750 or more with a life expectancyof The equipment purchased with - The Children' Trust expensefunds . If the cost srtallocated q Trust. Purchase of vehicles is not an allowable to more than one program, the basis and method used to distribute the cost properly documented. Inventory records must be must be reasonable and p P Y maintained on each capital outlay item. The budget justification should include a per unit. description of each item, the Purpose of the item, consultants and instructors • Professional Services: These include the services ofcons st agY ed b the Agency to interact directly with participants, train itant program enter ahe n and/or provide program evaluation services. List each caallocation for each annual cost for providing the services and the percentage The budget justification should include a description of the funding source. services and number of days/ hours to be provided over what time period, as well the A nt agre ment as the specific deliverables to be produced for DO uments sectiolna f the egrant letter must be included in the Supporting the application outlining the specific commitment of each consultant o program. h the PP • Other: This section should be oC used specifically other coveredcosts in associatedthe other budget proposed program that are p background screening), the an categories. List a general description (e.g., cost, and the percentage allocation for each f aldoverhead expense that does not Administrative Indirect Casts: This is a genet to directly operating the proposed program. Indirect submit verification exceed then apply Applicants mustgrant percent (10%) of the total budget. ApDocuments section of the Agency's indirect cost rate in the Supportingerate the proposed program (e.g., application. Administrative costs required requ�ed data entry, program reports, an administrative assistant to manage ni IT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Pace 41 of 78 er, and/or documentation) should be not be incedrridsentthis itn of the budget t these and fully should be included in the appropriate line described in the budget justification. There is no specific cific limit estimate seot administrativefor ht justifiable costs should be represent a realistic and } needs. 3. Budget Justification This worksheet should describe all details of the budget requested se for each dcost and line item. The position, name, amount,justification should or category e. The budget j staffing will automatically transfer to this page. quency of the activity, the cost of each provideccura , detailed allocation. rrative of thThe e eagency will ONLY enter the justification occurrence, credentials in this form. 4. Budget By Site Location This form must be completed for applicants with multiple sites that do not have identical programming, hours of service and/or edunit rates acrossing all sites. automatically P request position, name, amount, and percent n. NLY tran sfer to this page. Label each site name at the tophof each he total amount O and the percentage of each staff member allocatedto eacthe total percentage should equal the amount requested on the Budget Summary for Proposed Program worksheet. 5. Daily Unit Cost provided. The A unit of service is a measurable portion of the services to be P udents service name is provided for the Agency. Enter the number ofisp ov dsdtothe be served by each service► the number of days eacequivalent number of hours for those days, and the from The Trust.st for h Complete a The total amount should equal the amountrequestedfete the Site Location Unit the Overall Program unit cost section. In addition, comp hours Cost sections if using multiple sites that do not have identical programming, u hours s of service and unit rates. Also note that theta unit costs for the Population the and for Children with Disabilities will used program will serve both groups, both appropriate unit cost sections. If prop section s are required. Note: when calculating unit cost the provider must account for an absenteeism rate of (15%) fifteen percent. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS !1C Page 42 of 78 A. Guide for Reasonable Costs for Programs Serving General Population Children Type of Program Hourly Rate Summer camp per child per hour $5.67 Summer, after -school, and year- round program per child per hour $5.92 Enhancements /expansion for summer camp per child per hour $1 39 Enhancements/expansion for summer after -school, after -school and year-round program per child per hour $2.22 The above rates were calculated based on last year capped rate and school year calendar. The following formulas were used: Summer Camp capped rate = $1,000 per youth Summer Camp calendar - 6 weeks (30 days) x 6 hr/day = 180 hrs Cost per hour - $1,000/ 180= $5.56 Summer, after -school and year round capped rate = $4, 000 Summer, after -school and year round calendar - Full days (29 days x 6hrs = 174 hrs) + Part days (251 days x 2hrs = 502 hrs) = 676 hrs Cost per hour - $4,000/676 hrs= $5.92 Enhancement Summer Camp capped rate = $250 Summer Camp calendar - 6 weeks (30 days) x 6hr/day = 180 hrs Cost per hour - $250/180 =$1.39 Enhancement summer, after -school and year round capped rate = $1,500 Enhancement summer, after -school and year round capped rate - Full Days (29 days x 6hrs = 174 hrs) + Part Days (251 days x 2 hrs = 502 hrs) = 676 hrs Cost per hour - $1,500/676 hrs = $2.22 The Early Learning Coalition of Miami -Dade contracts with Miami -Dade Child Development Services to provide subsidized child care and after school services. The after -school reimbursement rate is up to$16.40 a day per child fora 81 full days. The rate is up to $12.40 per child per day based upon 180 part days. OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS RFP #2005-06 Page 43 of 78 B. Guide for Reasonable Costs for Programs Serving Children With Disabilities Type of Program Summer camp per child per hour Summer, after school, and year-round program per child per hour Enhancements/expansion for summer camp per child per hour Enhancements /expansion for summer after school, after school and year round per child per hour Hourly rate $13.89 $9,62 $2.78 $3.70 The above rates were calculated based on last year capped rate and school year calendar. The following formulas were used: Summer Camp capped rate = $2,500 per youth 180 hrs Summer Camp calendar - 6 weeks (30 days) x 6 hr/day = Cost per hour - $2,500/180 hrs= $13.89 Summer, after -school and year round capped rate = $6,500 Summer, after -school and year round calendar - Full days (29 days x 6 hrs = 174 hrs) + Part days (251 days x 2 hrs = 502 hrs) = 676 hrs Cost per hour - $6, 500/676 hrs= $9.62 Enhancement Summer Camp capped rate = $500 = 180 hrs Summer Camp calendar - 6 weeks (30 days) x 6 hr/day Cost per hour - $500/180 =$2.78 Enhancement summer, after -school and year round capped rate = $2,500 Enhancement summer, after -school and year round hrs capped rate 502 hrs) Full Days s (29 days x 6 hrs = 174 hrs) + Part Days (251 y hrs Cost per hour - $2,500/676 hrs = $3.70 The Early Learning Coalition of Miami -Dade contracts wii h oiamfter Dadel e Child Development Services to provide subsidized child care ery The after -school reimbursement rate is up od 19.68 a day pop r child 0 ildpafort ay8s1 full days. The rate is up to $14.88 per child pery OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS RFP #7OO5-06 Page 44 of 78 Mr C) Proposal Rating Criteria DO NOT FILL OUT THESE DOCUMENTS Included for Information Purposes ONLY Proposal Screening for Critical Items ' Initial SCREENING CRITERIA Letter of intent submitted online on or before due date as stated in RFP (This is a Fatal Flaw) Application stamped and logged in by The Children's Trust staff on or before the due date as stated in the RFP (This is a Fatal Flaw) Application is complete as to format, including submissionof original plus six (6) copies of Application Forms/Supporting Documents AND two (2) copies of Fiscal/Policy Materials Applicant has included the signed and sealed certification form required to certify the application is true and correct Applicant has submitted most recent financial audit or unaudited financial statements, or these are on file for current contract with The Trust Proposal Scoring Sheet Organizational Capability: A) Agency Description (15 points/4-5 pages) B) Experience C) Staffing AGC1: Applicant clearly describes the agency's mission, history and particular qualifications that fit well with the proposed program and RFP, including relevant licensure, accreditation, and/or certification to provide the proposed activities. AGC2: organizational cultural compe encent describes the agency's p proach to ensuring organ relevant to implementing the proposed program. AGC3: Organizational chart(s) clearly indicate the agency's fiscal, administrative and programmatic reporting structures, as well as how the proposed program fits within the larger structure. EXP1: Applicant describes relevant past experiences and has received funding for delivering similar services to proposed population and/or in proposed neighborhood in the past. CLEARED FOR REVIEW? PASS YES FAIL NO] Point value 2 1 1 2 OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS R FP #7005-06 Page 45 of 78 EXP2: Applicant provides evidence of past successes providing similar services, such as funder monitoring reports, performance measures achieved/program evaluation findings, letters of support, work samples, etc. STA2: Includes an appropriate level of staffing to accomplish the program goals, outcomes and high quality activities and ensure a reasonable ratio of children to staff (i.e., number of staff, qualifications, experience, education). Out -of -school programs are strongly encouraged to include at least one state or nationally certified teacher or education professional. STA3: Clear staffing work plan regarding duties and responsibilities for key program activities to be conducted, including subcontracts for direct services and evaluation consultants. STA4: Staff training plan is adequate and relevant to the proposed service delivery. Collaborations (4 points/1 page) 3 3 2 1 Point value COL1: Community partners relevant to the proposed services are involved and bring resources to the program, with clear description of the partners role and specific resources/ 2 commitments they will provide (e.g., staff, facilities, etc.). COL2: Collaborative Letters of Agreement and/or Memorandum of Understanding are included that affirm commitments described. 2 Primary Population (5 points/1. page) PAR1: Proposed primary population fits with the RFP's Service Delivery Programming Priorities (e.g., children in at -risk communities based on school performance; children in unserved or under - served communities, with an emphasis on middle'school youth and children on the waiting list for subsidized after -school care; and/or children with disabillties).. PAR2: Complete description of proposed participants, including number to be served, demographics, needs and risk factors. PAR3: Methods for recruitment, selection and enrollment are well - described and adequate to ensure full enrollment from proposed groups and/or geographic areas. Goals Worksheet (10 points/1-2 pages) GLS1: Goals are clearly stated, consistent with the agency mission, and fit with the current RFP funding priorities. GLS2: Three or more primary outcomes are stated, reasonable, and include numerical targets/percentages for degree of change. GLS3: listed the needs Activities logical outcomesand meetof the proposed population and/or neighborhood to be served(if applicable). Point value 2 2 1 Point value 2 4 2 OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 46 of 78 GLS4: Activity listing includes additional optional components and enhancements. Outcomes Worksheet (8 points/ 2-3 pages) OUT1: Indicators or benchmarks are specifieds for each outcoability and include varied data collection method (e.g., pre -post testin• outh arent surve s observational ratin+s etc. . OUT2: Indicators are valid and reliable meats se res and d,copies are included in the Supporting Docum OUT3: Describes appropriate plan for obtaining/collecting, managing/ p storm and anal zin the information collected. 2 Activities Descriptions (20 points/4 pages) ACT1: Clear and detailed description of each program activity component, including references to specific curriculums, evidence -based or best +ractice a + +roaches ACT2: Activities included will be perceived as fun and engaging for •ro+osed +artici+ants ACT3: Manner and frequency with which literacy cacacomponents re reading included across all activities. If p activities are included, plan for individual evaluation of chiidren's abilities and tailored instruction is provided. Selection of a++ro+date materials. ACT4: Pro+rem incorqta th which physical activity and fitness literac focus. Manner and frequency Ian for individual components will be offered, including p f hild en's abilities and tailored activities. ACTS • Point value 3 Point value 2 evaluation o c r ACT6: Manner and frequency with which social skills developmenteote peer activities will be offered, including fostering r1 and leadershi+ skills. relationshi•s communicationsupports are described coo ACTT: that involvement, ensure full rprogamhenrollmentand S retention, and regular that will en attendance, including a logical transportation plan for •artici+ants. b providing ACT8: Proposal and d i nks ortely es child by offering la' plan to ensure healthy snacksnarks children are fed. ACT9: Detailed dail schedule of ex+ected activities is included. Process Worksheet (8 points/2-3 pages) PRO1: Inputs and resources required are reasonable and adequate to accom.lish each activit . PRO2: Frequency, intensity and duration are clearly defined for each activit . Point value nuT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAMS Page 47 of 78 PRO3: List of outputs for each activity is comprehensive and appropriate. Program Budget (15 points/5 worksheets) BUD1: Agency and Program Budget, Budget Summary for Proposed Program, and Budget by Site Location (if applicable) are complete, reasonable and appropriate in relation to the proposed program (indirect costs do not exceed 10%, and verification of indirect cost rate is provided). BUD2: Budget Justification fully describes how each line item total was calculated and justifies need for expense, as well as notes staffing credentials. BUD3: Daily Unit Cost worksheet is complete, including the unit cost for various full -day and half-day e5Un t cost rates are and days/hours of attendanceexpected. reasonable given the proposed services. Fiscal Soundness (15 points/audit statements) The Trust will review fiscal solvency utilizing audited financial statements for larger aghen � Want aland cRevpielwdWo ksheetfinancial ton thents for smaller agencies. See following page for details on how this is scored. Bonus Points (8 points) BON1: Agency is a small organization with total annual budget of less than $300,000. BON2: Proposed program will utilize unpaid volunteers to deliver some of the services. BON3: Agency employs youth (ages 16-21) as part of proposed program. BON4: Provides match or in-kindresources 50% fordescribes full points) these within narrative. the budget nary (requires 3 Point value 6 5 4 Point value 15 Point value 2 1 1 4 OUT -OF -SCHOOL PROGRAMS n FP # 2005-06 Page 48 of 78