Tribal Language Education and Curriculum Consultant - CCT Early Childhood Education/Head Start (Request for Quotes)

The Colville Confederated Tribes is announcing a request for quotes (RFQ) for the Early Childhood Education/Head Start. We are seeking a qualified consultant to create a curriculum inclusive of language and monthly cultural activities translated into nsəlxcin, titoqatimt, and nxaʔamxčín using current ECE/HS created annual cultural calendar, previously created entry level teacher curriculum, established resources from Colville Tribes website, books created by current teaching staff within the ECE/Head Start program and resources available through a partnership with kʷu cnxiʔ.

Finished product must contain monthly box type curriculum sets using play based modalities that included all teaching and learning materials, posters, and supplies. The curriculum must focus on place based learning in collaboration with a team chosen by the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation: Early Childhood Education/Head Start program.

The finished product must also including a language learning app specific to the teaching and learning or children ages birth to five that can be used on tablets and smart boards in classroom and at home. App must be available to teaching staff, children, families, and community to ensure classroom/home connection for learning. The finished product must focus on comprehension, engagement, and cognitive development and provide extended lessons to increase family engagement.

Applicant must have knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards, Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies GOLD Assessment, Preschool development, and Native Language and Culture.

All completed curriculum will be the property of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation and must be completed in both an editable and professional printable format.

Proposal Requirements:

1. The proposal shall be formatted as an invoice which includes grand total cost reflecting the total amount of the bid.
2. The proposal shall include a guaranteed delivery date of finished project.
3. The proposal shall include resume for each group member.
4. The proposal shall include 3 references from customers for which similar curriculums have been constructed.

The quote proposed shall consider the groups time, materials, and the timeframe to complete the project. Bids will be awarded based on proposal requirements, experience and ability to meet the deadlines as posted above. Bids will be awarded to one group meeting necessary criteria to complete project.

Evaluation Criteria:

All responsive proposals will be opened, reviewed and rated based upon the following evaluation factors:

• Resume/Experience
• Knowledge Base
• Overall Price
• Tribal Preference will apply in selection.

Late proposals will not be opened and will not be considered.

Bids will be accepted by **email**, in-person delivery, and electronic submissions. For electronic submission by email: jeanie.kent@colvilletribes.com

Project Completed No Later Than: **June 30, 2027**. Bid Opening Date: November 16, 2026.