Transform Milwaukee Jobs Program - General Population

The Department of Children and Families in Wisconsin is soliciting proposals for the Transform Milwaukee Jobs Program targeting low-income adults in Milwaukee County, aiming to provide subsidized employment and supportive services designed to transition participants into stable, unsubsidized jobs. The program focuses on delivering immediate income support, assessing work readiness, establishing a positive employment record, and fostering long-term career development. Entities interested in participating must submit proposals by the deadline of July 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with all inquiries directed exclusively through the procedures outlined in section 1.7 of the RFP document, and no questions should be sent via eSupplier. The solicitation, identified as 437004-G27-0002645, was posted on June 22, 2026, and is open to qualified organizations under the SLED classification, with performance expected to occur within Wisconsin. Primary contact for the opportunity is Luke Reible, reachable at 608-422-6389 or dcfprocurement@wisconsin.gov, and all related information and submissions must be coordinated through the vendor portal at the provided UI link. There is no set-aside designation specified for this solicitation, and the agency is seeking proposals from entities capable of effectively implementing job readiness and workforce development initiatives within the specified geographic area. Proposers are expected to align their services with the program’s goals of reducing dependency on public assistance by building sustainable employment pathways for vulnerable populations.