Year-Round Workforce Development Program

The Year-Round Workforce Development Program is a solicitation issued by the Charles County Department of Community Services to implement a pilot program for young adults aged 18-24 residing within the ENOUGH-eligible community in Waldorf, specifically around Dr. Mudd Elementary School. This initiative is part of the Engaging Neighborhoods, Organizations, Unions, Governments, and Households (ENOUGH) Act, which aims to eliminate childhood poverty through pillars such as economically secure families and safe communities. The program's scope includes providing workforce training, job readiness activities, supportive services, and the management of participant wages. Total annual funding is capped at $74,888, with a strict allocation of 15% for vendor administrative costs and 85% dedicated to youth subsidized wages and training. The contract will be awarded based on a combination of the offeror's experience, qualifications, and proposed price, rather than cost alone. Eligible bidders must have been active legal entities in the field for at least three years and must submit proposals electronically via the County's eProcurement Portal by December 22, 2026. Preference is given to registered Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE), who may receive additional scoring points. The contractor is required to maintain comprehensive insurance, including worker's compensation and general liability, and must provide a detailed workplan outlining strategies, deliverables, and a project timeline. The contract features a base period with automatic one-year renewals starting July 1st, unless a notice of non-renewal is provided 45 days in advance.