New Procurement (Pathways to STEM)

The District of Columbia’s Employment Services (DOES) has issued a forecast for a new procurement titled Pathways to STEM, aimed at securing training services to support workforce development in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. This initiative is designed to expand access to high-demand technical skills for residents, particularly those from underserved communities, though specific details regarding scope, duration, or performance locations have not been disclosed. The forecast was posted on July 23, 2026, and is currently in the pre-solicitation phase with no solicitation number assigned, indicating that formal bidding has not yet opened. There is no information provided on set-aside provisions, NAICS codes, or organizational eligibility criteria, and no point of contact details are listed, suggesting interested parties should monitor the official procurement portal for updates. The contract is anticipated to support long-term workforce equity goals through targeted educational and career readiness programming.