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PacMtn posts Requests for Proposals (RFPs) as necessary for qualified providers to deliver services and/or training in Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston Counties. Check back often for new RFP postings, related FAQs, and selected bidder announcements.
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Request for Proposals
America's Job Center Network - One-Stop Operator
Release Date: January 10, 2025
Bidders Conference: January 23, 2025, 1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. PST
Due Date: February 10, 2025, 4:00 P.M. PST
The One-Stop Operator RFP seeks proposals from quality-focused, outcome-driven, and customer-centered organizations or consortia that can operationalize a unified, job-driven service delivery system to meet the needs of PacMtn’s regional economy. The successful OSO will:
- Unify a Five-County Region: Ensure seamless coordination among multiple AJC locations across the region.
- Support Value-Driven Goals: Deliver services aligned with PacMtn’s mission and values within an evolving workforce landscape.
- Innovate Service Delivery: Explore and implement innovative strategies for in-person, online, and remote service delivery.
- Enhance Performance through Data: Leverage data analytics to evaluate system performance, support continuous improvement, and adapt services to meet changing needs.
- Foster Collaboration: Build and sustain effective relationships with core and emerging partners to maximize service delivery and customer satisfaction.
The selected OSO will work collaboratively with PacMtn and its partners to ensure that the AJC Network is welcoming, responsive, and positioned to meet the needs of job seekers and businesses in a dynamic and equitable manner.
Eligible Organizations
Only eligible organizations, as identified in 20 CFR 678.600, may submit proposals for the role of One-Stop Operator. The following is an excerpt from the CFR:
- One-stop operators may be a single entity (public, private, or nonprofit) or a consortium of entities. If the consortium of entities is one of one-stop partners, it must include a minimum of three of the one-stop partners described in 678.400.
- The one-stop operator may operate one or more one-stop centers. There may be more than one one-stop operator in a local area.
- The types of entities that may be a one-stop operator include:
- An institution of higher education;
- An Employment Service State agency established under the Wagner-Peyser Act;
- A community-based organization, nonprofit organization, or workforce intermediary;
- A private for-profit entity;
- A government agency;
- A Local WDB, with the approval of the chief elected official and the Governor; or
- Another interested organization or entity, which is capable of carrying out the duties of the one-stop operator. Examples may include a local chamber of commerce or other business organization, or a labor organization.
4. Elementary schools and secondary schools are not eligible as one-stop operators, except that a nontraditional public secondary school such as a night school, adult school, or an area career and technical education school may be selected.
Bidders Conference
A bidders’ conference will be held as follows; potential bidders are highly encouraged to attend:
Date: January 23, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm PST
Location: Microsoft Teams - Join the meeting now
Questions and Answers
Questions asked at the bidders’ conference, together with answers to those questions, will be posted on the Service Provider Opportunities webpage on the PacMtn website.
In addition, questions about the RFP must be sent to contracts@pacmtn.org and may be submitted until January 31, 2025, and will be posted with answers as soon as possible.
It is the responsibility of parties submitting proposals to review the public questions and answers document.
It is essential to thoroughly review the RFP to ensure a complete understanding of all requirements, so please take the time to read and understand the document in full."
The Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council’s Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs are funded 100% by federal funds from the U.S. Department of Labor. The total funding for these programs is $4,888,596.00. No non-governmental sources support this funding.
Awardee(s)
(Currently awarded RFPs / RFIs)
CRF By and For
PacMtn is hereby announcing its award to the following bidder for the services of 1.) Capacity Building, 2.) Financial Coaching Services and, 3.) Regional Coverage
WIOA Youth Adult Services
PacMtn is hereby announcing its award to the following bidder for the services of 1.)Outreach, Recruitment, and Orientation, 2.) Intake, Eligibility Determination, and Registration, 3.) Objective Assessment and Referral, 4.) Individual Service Strategy (ISS), 5.) Case Management, 6.) Access to a Range of Services, and 7.) Follow-up Services
“This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)’s Employment and Training Administration. The product was created by the recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of DOL/ETA. DOL/ETA makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership. This product is copyrighted by the institution that created it.”
Marketing and Design Services
PacMtn is hereby announcing its award to the following bidder for the services of 1.) Brand Development, 2.) Website, 3.) Videography and Photography, 4.) Materials, Strategic Partnership, 6.) Convening, and 7.) Miscellaneous Printing and Procurement Services.
“This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)’s Employment and Training Administration. The product was created by the recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of DOL/ETA. DOL/ETA makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership. This product is copyrighted by the institution that created it.”
IT Support Services
PacMtn is hereby announcing its award to the following bidder for the services of 1.) Initial Assessment, 2.) Office 365 Support, 3.) Desktop Application Support, 4.) Specialized Application Support, 5.) Administration Services, 6.) Network Administration Services, 7.) Security, 8.) Strategic Planning, and 9.) Other Considerations to:
This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)’s Employment and Training Administration. The product was created by the recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of DOL/ETA. DOL/ETA makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership. This product is copyrighted by the institution that created it.
Communications, Media, and Design Services
PacMtn is hereby announcing its award to the following bidder for the services of 1.) Copy Writing and Content Creation, 2.) Staff Consultation, and 3.) Social Media Planning, Management, and Execution portion of the Virtual Media services to:
“This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)’s Employment and Training Administration. The product was created by the recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of DOL/ETA. DOL/ETA makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership. This product is copyrighted by the institution that created it.”
Youth Support Services
PacMtn is hereby announcing its award to the following bidder for the services of developing a comprehensive asset list of community resources tailored for youth, identify programs eligible for WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) Youth funding, and aid in structuring WIOA-compliant youth program elements across the five counties in the PacMtn region to:
This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)’s Employment and Training Administration. The product was created by the recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of DOL/ETA. DOL/ETA makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership. This product is copyrighted by the institution that created it.
Community Reinvestment Funds Business Engagement
PacMtn is hereby announcing its award to the following bidder for the services of 1.) Increase local Business Solution Navigator capacity and 2.) Coordinate local and support regional career exploration events to:
Thurston County Chamber of Commerce
For the execution and delivery of services for 1.) Increase local business association capacity to serve business owners who are non-English speaking and 2.) Measure economic impact from regional EcSA investments PacMtn is hereby annoucing the award to the following bidder: