Coconino Workforce Development Area WIOA Title 1B Service Provider for Adult, Dislocated Workers, and Youth

Coconino County has issued a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) to select a qualified service provider for the Coconino Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title 1B program. The solicitation, numbered 2024-118, seeks proposals from organizations capable of delivering employment and training services to adults, dislocated workers, and youth within Arizona. The RFP was issued on April 5th, 2024, with a submission deadline of May 8th, 2024, at 2:00 pm. Interested vendors are directed to submit their proposals electronically via the Ion Wave Technologies platform, and the process involves a public opening where only the proposers' names are announced initially, with detailed evaluations and award decisions made after negotiations. The county emphasizes that awards will be based on criteria including proposal quality, past performance, and overall benefit to the county, rather than solely on cost, and reserves the right to reject any or all proposals if deemed in the public interest. The contract aims to establish a service relationship that supports workforce development initiatives aligned with local economic needs. The procurement process is managed by the County’s Purchasing Department, with contact information provided for inquiries. The overarching goal is to select a provider that can effectively deliver workforce services, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements, and contribute positively to the county’s employment and training objectives. The procurement process reflects a structured, transparent approach to contracting, with clear deadlines, evaluation criteria, and public disclosure procedures, ensuring that the selected provider will meet the county’s strategic workforce development goals efficiently and effectively.