<p>New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) invites experienced STEM education providers to submit proposals for the delivery of hands-on life and health sciences educational programming for K-8 students in the Kips Bay neighborhood. NYCEDC is seeking proposals for the design and implementation of innovative science education experiences that build early career awareness and access in the life and health sciences, aligned with the Citys broader investment in the life and health sciences sector and the momentum of the SPARC Kips Bay campus.</p><p>The selected Operator(s) will be responsible for developing and managing programming in partnership with local schools, connecting students directly with employers, and delivering measurable outcomes over a five-year period. NYCEDC will provide up to $500,000 in funding, along with strategic support and stakeholder engagement, to ensure the successful launch and operation of the Life Sciences Education Program.</p><p>NYCEDC plans to select a consultant on the basis of factors stated in the RFP which include but are not limited to: the quality of the proposal, the qualifications of the consultant team identified in the proposal, the financial and operational feasibility of the proposal, and the proposed fee.</p><p>It is the policy of NYCEDC to comply with all federal, state and City laws and regulations which prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status and other protected category and to take affirmative action in working with contracting parties to ensure certified Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) share in the economic opportunities generated by NYCEDCs projects and initiatives. Please refer to the Equal Employment and Affirmative Compliance for Non-Construction Contracts Addendum in Exhibit 1 of the RFP.</p><p>Companies who have been certified with the New York City Department of Small Business Services as Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE) are strongly encouraged to apply. To learn more about M/WBE certification, NYCEDCs M/WBE program, and programs to assist M/WBE in navigating current and upcoming opportunities on NYCEDC projects, please visit https://sbsconnect.nyc.gov/certification-directory-search/ and edc.nyc/opportunity-mwdbe.</p><p>An optional and virtual informational session will be held on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. via Microsoft Teams. Participants may access the informational session by following the link in the RFP. Those who wish to participate should RSVP through the Microsoft Teams linked in the RFP on or before August 5, 2026</p><p>Respondents may submit questions and/or request clarifications from NYCEDC until no later than 5pm, Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Questions regarding the subject matter of this RFP should be directed to the Q&A form, available at https://edc.nyc/RFPs. Answers to all questions will be posted by Tuesday, August 18, 2026, to https://edc.nyc/rfps. Questions regarding the subject matter of this RFP will not be accepted after 5pm on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, however, technical questions pertaining to downloading and submitting proposals to this RFP may be directed to [email protected] on or before Monday, August 31, 2026.</p><p>Detailed submission guidelines and requirements are outlined in the RFP, available as of Tuesday, July 21, 2026. To download a copy of the solicitation documents please visit https://edc.nyc/rfps. RESPONSES ARE DUE NO LATER THAN 4:00 PM on Monday, August 31, 2026. Please click the link in the Deadlines section of this projects web page (which can be found on https://edc.nyc/rfps) to electronically upload a proposal for this solicitation. Please upload your response as a .zip file with your company name and the title of this project.</p>