Summary of Specifications:
Title I of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act requires an objective assessment to be used for identifying appropriate services and career pathways for youth participants, and also provides for objective assessment for adult participants, if determined to be appropriate in order for an individual to obtain or retain employment, that consists of comprehensive and specialized assessments of the skill levels and service needs of the adult and/or dislocated worker. The Ulster County Office of Employment and Training (OET), at the direction of the Ulster County Workforce Development Board, is requesting proposals for the design, administration, and operation of an Objective Assessment program through this Request for Proposal (RFP). This RFP provides the general guidelines for objective assessment programs, which are eligible for funding under Title I of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, and the specific requirements for proposal reply. It is estimated that approximately $27,800.00 will be available for objective assessment contract awards. If your organization can develop a program that is responsive to the needs and intent expressed in this RFP for an Objective Assessment program, then you are encouraged to submit a proposal. It is anticipated that no more than one program award will be made under this RFP. An informational conference for bidders will be held from 10:00-11:00 am on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at the Ulster County Business Resource Center, Room 511, Development Court, Kingston, to field questions and offer technical assistance in completing proposals. Please call (845) 340-3169 if you plan to attend.
