K5787 Small Business Outreach Contracts

The K5787 Small Business Outreach Contracts issued by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries aim to engage multiple trusted nonprofit organizations to deliver outreach, education, and tools to small businesses and nonprofit employers across Washington. The contract emphasizes milestone-based performance, with a total value ranging from approximately 500,000 to 2 million dollars, and is scheduled to run from January 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027, with possible extensions. The scope centers on increasing awareness and compliance with L&I requirements, fostering statewide partnerships, and building trust through culturally and linguistically accessible outreach efforts. Vendors are expected to develop and deliver educational materials, conduct training sessions, and provide technical assistance, all reviewed and approved by L&I prior to dissemination. Reporting involves quarterly progress reports and adherence to milestone schedules, with payments tied to milestone achievement, allowing billing of up to 85% for partially completed milestones until verified. The solicitation process is highly structured, encouraging participation from small, diverse, and veteran-owned businesses, with specific inclusion goals and certification requirements documented in Attachment F. Bidders must complete detailed questionnaires, certifications, and inclusion plans, and submit proposals electronically by October 14, 2025, via email to the designated coordinator. The contract incorporates various state and federal clauses, including insurance, nondiscrimination, ADA compliance, and debarment certifications, governed by Washington law and with the right for L&I to review records and inspect deliverables. The contractual framework is organized around referenced attachments—such as the Statement of Work, Milestone Budget Schedule, and Progress Reports—and emphasizes milestone achievement over traditional line-item pricing, with no explicit packaging, marking, or shipping requirements, as the work is service-oriented. Overall, the contract seeks to foster equitable access, promote supplier diversity, and ensure effective outreach to support small businesses’ legal and safety compliance across the state.