Apprentice and Trainee Workforce Supply

Hennepin County is seeking qualified entities to supply first-year apprentices or trainees in construction trades to fulfill a mandatory 25 percent workforce development requirement per trade on covered projects. This subcontract opportunity is aimed at increasing local workforce participation by connecting training programs with construction initiatives, ensuring that a defined portion of the labor force on-site consists of individuals in their initial year of apprenticeship or traineeship. The solicitation is open to providers who can demonstrate capacity to recruit, screen, and place qualified candidates in accordance with industry standards and project timelines. The opportunity is posted under NAICS code 611510, indicating a focus on vocational and technical training services, and responses are due by July 14, 2026. Contractors must be prepared to meet placement obligations across multiple construction trades and ensure that apprentices meet safety, skill, and regulatory requirements. There is no specified set-aside status, and the place of performance details are not provided, implying that work may be distributed across various county-managed construction sites in Minnesota. Entities interested must access the full solicitation through the provided online portal for detailed compliance, reporting, and contractual obligations.