SkillUP Program Services

The SkillUP Program Services solicitation, issued under STATE 0000000467SL by the Missouri Department of Social Services through its Procurement Division, is a sole-source acquisition for employment and training services aimed at SNAP participants across the state. The contract is awarded to the Missouri Community Action Network (MCAN) under RSMo 34.044, which permits single-feasible-source procurement due to MCAN’s unique statewide infrastructure and statutory role as the only entity capable of delivering the program through its network of 19 Community Action Agencies. The initial performance period runs from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, with three optional one-year renewal periods at the state’s discretion. The services are mandated by federal regulations under 7 CFR 273.7 of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, requiring participants to engage in work-related activities to maintain SNAP eligibility, and performance will be evaluated against these federal standards without detailed metrics or reporting benchmarks provided. No competitive evaluation factors, pricing estimates, or financial obligations are disclosed, and the procurement does not follow LPTA or trade-off methodologies. The contract does not involve physical goods or delivery, making packaging, marking, labeling, or military standards irrelevant. Inspection and acceptance criteria are tied to compliance with federal SNAP Work Provisions, with oversight conducted by the Missouri Department of Social Services, though no formal inspection locations, acceptance procedures, or designated technical representatives are identified. The sole point of contact is Buyer Mertrell Nickens, who also serves as the primary liaison for submissions and inquiries, with proposals due by July 14, 2026, via email to designated state procurement addresses. While no specific key personnel, security clearances, or subcontracting requirements are outlined, the nature of the program implies handling of sensitive participant data and the need for experienced workforce development staff. There are no socioeconomic designations, UEI/CAGE codes, or affirmative certifications disclosed, and the acquisition structure bypasses standard FAR competitive solicitation protocols entirely, relying solely on the legal justification for non-competitive award. No attachments, invoicing methods, payment details, or accounting codes are provided in the documentation.