Vocational Training Services for Reentry Populations

The contract seeks providers to deliver job-specific vocational training to individuals transitioning from Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Austin, focusing on high-demand trades including construction, culinary arts, custodial services, and automotive repair. The goal is to equip participants with practical skills aimed at increasing employability and reducing recidivism upon reentry into the community. Training must be tailored to meet the needs of this population, with an emphasis on hands-on learning, industry-recognized certifications, and support services that facilitate successful workforce integration. This is a subcontract under solicitation 696-TC-26-I054, classified under NAICS code 611510 for other schools and instruction. The opportunity was posted on July 20, 2026, with responses due by August 4, 2026, and is managed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. While the precise location of performance is not specified beyond Austin, TX, services are expected to be delivered in alignment with state reentry initiatives. The contract does not indicate a set-aside designation, and all qualified vendors are eligible to respond. Participation requires the ability to implement structured, outcome-driven programs that demonstrate measurable success in job placement and retention.