Distance Education Professional Development Center (DEPDC)

Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is seeking grant applications from eligible organizations to establish a statewide Distance Education Professional Development Center (DEPDC). The primary goal of the DEPDC is to enhance the capacity of Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) providers by offering comprehensive training, technical assistance, and support services related to Distance Learning (DL) and Remote Learning (RL). The center will focus on delivering professional development to AEL grantees, assisting them in implementing and expanding DL and RL initiatives, and providing technical support to both students and providers engaged in these remote learning programs. The contract aims to foster improved educational outcomes through capacity building, technical assistance, and targeted training, thereby strengthening the overall effectiveness of remote learning efforts within the state. The solicitation, posted on September 19, 2025, with a response deadline of October 28, 2025, is open to qualified applicants under the NAICS code 611430, which pertains to professional and management development training. The contract size ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, reflecting the scope and importance of the project. The project will be managed by Texas Grants, an agency of Texas, with Tammy Fowler-Lewis serving as the primary contact. Interested parties can find additional details and submit their applications through the Texas SmartBuy portal. The initiative underscores Texas’s commitment to expanding access to quality adult education through innovative remote learning solutions and professional development.