RFP for early childhood facilities now open through DCYF

The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), through its Child Care Services Division, is seeking proposals from qualified responders to predesign, design, construct or renovate facilities for early childhood learning programs under the Early Childhood Facilities Grant Program. The Department expects the term of any contracts resulting from this Request for Proposals (RFP) will begin Fall 2026 and run until the project is completed and operational, which must occur no later than December 31, 2029.

Proposals are due no later than 4:00 p.m. Central Time on May 18, 2026. To learn more and apply, visit the DCYF website.

Questions about this opportunity can be directed to Linda Vang at linda.vang@state.mn.us.