Detroit Local Hiring and CRIO Certification Support

The contract seeks staffing and consulting services aimed at facilitating the local hiring of Detroit residents while supporting the recipient’s pursuit of CRIO certification, which enhances competitiveness for city contracts. The focus is on building capacity within the local workforce by implementing strategies that prioritize Detroit residents in employment opportunities and aligning operational practices with CRIO standards to meet municipal contracting requirements. Services include recruitment support, workforce development coordination, and guidance on compliance and documentation needed to achieve CRIO certification. This subcontract opportunity is open to providers who can demonstrate experience in local hiring initiatives and certification support within public sector contexts. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, with responses due by August 4, 2026, and is issued under NAICS code 561320 for employment placement services. The City of Detroit, through its Michigan office, is the procuring entity, and performance is expected to occur within the city limits. While no specific point of contact or physical address is listed, interested parties must engage through the provided Bonfire Hub portal to submit proposals.