3202600209 Open Enrollment (OE) For Project SEARCH

The Texas Workforce Commission is conducting Open Enrollment No. 3202600209 for Project SEARCH, an international initiative designed to support the long-term, competitive employment of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The program utilizes a full academic year of total immersion in a business environment, consisting of asset discovery, three unpaid internship rotations, and job placement assistance. The resulting contracts will have a term of five years from the date of execution. Qualified service providers are expected to deliver asset discovery, skills training, and job placement services in accordance with the TWC VR Standards for Providers Manual and federal regulations regarding competitive integrated employment. Applicants must submit a comprehensive package by February 9, 2027, including certifications for child support compliance, conflict of interest, and provider insurance. Physical service locations are subject to strict safety and ADA accessibility standards, including requirements for fire suppression systems and accessible entry and exit routes. Providers must also ensure staff qualifications are verified and maintain general and premises liability insurance. Compliance is monitored through strict administrative guidelines, and failure to adhere to TWC VR standards or the Electronic State Business Daily requirements may result in the denial or recoupment of payments.