Vocational and Technical Training Programs

The contract seeks qualified providers to deliver hands-on vocational and technical training in high-demand trades including carpentry, culinary arts, automotive, and cosmetology to youth participants, with the goal of achieving industry-recognized credentials. Training must be practical, skills-based, and aligned with labor market needs to ensure participants gain employable competencies and certifications valued by employers. The program is structured as a subcontract under the DYS01 - DYS-Boston agency in Massachusetts and is intended to serve youth in the Boston area, specifically at the 02109 ZIP code location. The solicitation was posted on May 22, 2026, with a firm response deadline of June 22, 2028, allowing ample time for proposal development and submission. The North American Industry Classification System code 611510 identifies this as a program under other schools and instruction, emphasizing non-degree vocational training. While the contract does not specify a set-aside for small businesses or other categories, the focus is on delivering measurable outcomes through direct, in-person instruction rather than theoretical or classroom-only models. Providers must demonstrate capacity to operate in Boston, manage youth participants, and deliver outcomes that lead to workforce entry or advancement.