Woodland Job Corps Center Operations with Outreach and Admissions and Career Transition Services
ID: 1605JE-24-R-00004Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

LABOR, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENTDOL - JCAS EAST PROCUREMENTWASHINGTON, DC, 20210, USA

NAICS

Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

PSC

OPERATION OF OTHER EDUCATIONAL BUILDINGS (M1CZ)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f2d12ccdc0e54ba68a6ff253e4e940d1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Labor is seeking proposals for the operation of the Woodland Job Corps Center located in Laurel, Maryland, which includes outreach, admissions, and career transition services. The primary objective of this procurement is to provide comprehensive academic and vocational training services to a total of 300 students, with an expected annual inflow of 389 students, while adhering to federal regulations under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). This initiative is crucial for enhancing job readiness and success among disadvantaged youth through effective center management and service delivery. Interested contractors must acknowledge receipt of amendments to the solicitation and submit their proposals by the specified deadline, with further inquiries directed to Hope Edge at edge.hope@dol.gov or Nathan Quinn at quinn.nathan.a@DOL.gov.

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    1605JE-24-R-00004 19AUG2024.pdf
    The document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) by the U.S. Department of Labor for the operation of the Woodland Job Corps Center in Laurel, Maryland. The primary goal of the RFP is to solicit bids from contractors to provide a range of services including academic, career technical, and transition services for a total of 300 students, with an expected annual inflow of 389 students. The contract will be fixed-price, with specified not-to-exceed amounts and includes phases for implementation and transition. Key tasks for the contractor include maintaining full operational capacity (On Board Strength of 100%), delivering comprehensive training and support services, and meeting adherence to federal regulations under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and the Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook. The RFP outlines detailed pricing structures across standard and option periods, focusing on service categories such as Outreach & Admissions, Career Transition Services, and other operational responsibilities. The document emphasizes the importance of performance measures and the contractor’s ability to meet specified deliverables and regulations. Overall, this solicitation aims to enhance job readiness and success among disadvantaged youth through effective center management and service delivery.
    1605JE-24-R-00004 Amend 0002 13SEP2024.pdf
    The document outlines Amendment 0002 for RFP No. 1605JE-24-R-00004 concerning the operation of the Woodland Job Corps Center. This amendment addresses Request for Clarification questions and updates specific sections of the solicitation, namely B.2, G.18, G.19, J.1, J.20, J.28, and J.31. Notably, the proposal due date is not extended despite these updates. The amendment emphasizes that all other terms and conditions remain unchanged and in full effect. Acknowledgment of this amendment is required from offerors for their proposals to be considered valid, with specific methods listed for doing so. This document is typical of government RFP processes, which involve formal communication and updates to ensure clarity and compliance among prospective contractors.
    1605JE-24-R-00004 Amendment 0001 26AUG2024.pdf
    The document is an amendment to the Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 1605JE-24-R-00004, pertaining to the operation of the Woodland Job Corps Center. The amendment updates Section C.2.D of the solicitation and requires that offers acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the specified deadline to avoid rejection. There is an emphasized need for submitters to reference the amendment in their responses. Notably, while the amendment modifies certain details within the solicitation, it does not extend the original closing date for proposals. The document outlines procedures for submission changes and maintains that all other terms and conditions remain unchanged. This administrative update illustrates the government's commitment to ensuring the integrity of the procurement process while facilitating compliance from interested contractors.
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