Woodstock Job Corps Center Operations with Outreach and Admissions and Career Transition Services
ID: 1605JE-24-R-00005Type: Solicitation
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

EDUCATION/TRAINING- VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL (U006)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8d3d008a63044edcb7b5bb11c64cbbdf/view
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    Description

    The Department of Labor is seeking proposals for the operation of the Woodstock Job Corps Center, which includes outreach, admissions, and career transition services. The contractor will be responsible for providing comprehensive educational, vocational, and support services to a target enrollment of 428 students, while also ensuring outreach and admissions for at least 600 students annually. This procurement is vital for enhancing workforce development services for disadvantaged youth, aligning with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to address local labor market needs. Interested parties should contact Robert Hilton at Hilton.Robert.R@dol.gov or Nathan Quinn at quinn.nathan.a@DOL.gov for further details, with the contract expected to commence on March 1, 2025, and extend through 2030.

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    1605JE-24-R-00005 (RFP2.0) Woodstock 11082024.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for operating the Woodstock Job Corps Center, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. The contractor will provide comprehensive educational, vocational, and support services to a target enrollment of 428 students, including residential and non-residential individuals. Key responsibilities include ensuring outreach and admissions services for at least 600 students annually, maintaining a full capacity operation, and delivering career transition services for graduates. The contract structure features various pricing models, including Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) and Cost-Reimbursement options. The base period runs from March 1, 2025, to March 31, 2027, with optional extension periods through 2030. The procurement aligns with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, emphasizing the integration of training with local labor market needs and youth employment challenges. Contractors must submit detailed plans for the transition of services, including phase-in and phase-out strategies, and demonstrate compliance with operational requirements outlined in the Policy and Requirements Handbook. The RFP serves as a crucial tool in enhancing workforce development services for disadvantaged youth, solidifying the government’s commitment to educational and vocational opportunities within the Job Corps framework.
    Woodstock Pre-solicitation Notice August 2024.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Labor plans to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) around September 12, 2024, for the operation of the Woodstock Job Corps Center, which will provide various services for disadvantaged youth aged 16-24, including residential and non-residential training. The contractor will be responsible for ensuring that at least 600 students are enrolled annually and will provide outreach, admissions, and career transition services. The RFP will be available as an unrestricted fixed-price opportunity on the government contract website.
    Woodstock RFI.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Labor is seeking information through a Sources Sought Notice for potential contractors to operate the Woodstock Job Corps Center, which provides education and training for at-risk youth. Interested parties must submit a Statement of Qualifications that addresses specific capability requirements by June 22, 2024, as this notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Contractors must comply with the Job Corps requirements and are encouraged to share their experience in managing similar residential programs.
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