Affirmative Action and Workforce Inclusion Support

The City of Madison is seeking subcontractor support to implement and sustain compliance with its Affirmative Action Plan through comprehensive workforce inclusion services. This contract focuses on outreach initiatives, reporting obligations, and candidate referral activities linked to the RalSE program, ensuring the city meets its equity and diversity goals in hiring and workforce development. The subcontractor will be responsible for executing targeted strategies to expand access to employment opportunities for underrepresented groups, maintaining accurate documentation, and facilitating seamless referrals between community partners and city departments. Services under this agreement must align with federal and local affirmative action requirements, with all activities centered on promoting equitable recruitment and retention practices. The opportunity is classified under NAICS code 541612, indicating a focus on management consulting services related to human resources and organizational development. Responses are due by August 31, 2026, and the contract is structured as a subcontract, meaning interested parties must be prepared to work in support of a prime contractor or as part of an existing procurement framework. The posting is available through the Wisconsin Vendor Network portal, and all work will be performed in support of the City of Madison’s workforce inclusion objectives in Wisconsin.