Specifications include, but are not limited to: Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy (Putnam), located at 1300 State Street, Springfield, MA wishes to obtain the services of a licensed early childhood education organization to enter into a partner relationship that develops and manages a preschool center (Center), provides learning opportunities to students, and is a model classroom for the Early Education and Care (EEC) program within Putnam. The Center will serve as a training facility for Putnam EEC students, as well as serve the childcare needs of the public. The successful Proposer will be responsible for providing experienced Center staff that will serve as mentors for Putnam EEC high school students. The successful Proposer will be responsible for licensing, supervising, and staffing the Center. The operation of the Center will be at the sole cost and responsibility of the successful Proposer