Wor kfor c e Innovation and Oppor tunity Ac t (WIOA) Youth Se r - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Wor kfor c e Innovation and Oppor tunity Ac t (WIOA) Youth Se r vic e s Re que st for Pr oposals (RF P) Bidde r s Confe r e nc e F e br uar y 15, 2019 10:00 am 12:00 pm We lc o m e a nd Intro d uc tio ns Introduction of
An eligible ible y youth i is defin ined belo low:
AN AND at enrollment is:
I-9 form available at https://www.uscis.gov/system/files_force/files/form/i-9-paper- version.pdf; AN AND
the US Military Selective Services Act; AN AND OU OUT OF OF SCHOOL YOU OUTH- the term ‘out of school youth’ means a youth described in section 129(a)(1)(B): In this title, the term ‘out of school youth’ means an individual who is:
Not attending any school (as defined under state law as a public, private, or home
study program that meets requirements under O.C.G.A § 20-2-690) However, for purposes
programs, and Job Corps programs to be schools. Therefore, youth programs may consider a youth to be out-of-school for purposes of youth eligibility if he/she is attending Adult Education provided under title II of WIOA, YouthBuild or Job Corps. It is the policy of OWD that student attendance at a post-secondary institution qualifies as “attending school” and does not apply to this section); AN
AND
Not younger than age 16 or older than age 24 years; AN AND
One or more re of the following:
attendance but has not attended school for at least the most recent complete quarter or semester. The definition of a quarter or semester is based on how a local school district defines the terms;
recognized equivalent who is low income AN AND
OR
41403(6) of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (42 U.S.C. 140043e-2(6)))), a homeless child
McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11434a(2))), a runaway, in foster care of has aged of the foster care system, a child eligible for assistance under section 477 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 677), or in an out-of-home placement
assistance to enter or complete an educational program or to secure or hold employment OR OR IN SCHOOL OOL YOUTH- the term ‘in school youth’ means a youth described in Section 129(a)(1)(C) In this title, the term ‘in school youth’ means an individual who is:
Attending school (Georgia compulsory education laws require children between the ages of six and 16 to attend school)); AN AND
Not younger than age 14 (unless an individual with a disability who is attending school under State law) or
AND
A low-income individual; AN AND
One or more re barri rriers rs as defined by WIOA:
"basic skills deficient” means a youth that:
at or below the 8th grade level on a generally accepted standardized test; or
write, or speak English at a level necessary to function on the job, in the individual’s family, or in society (WIOA § 3 (5));
41403(6) of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (42 U.S.C. 14043 e-2 (6)), a homeless child or youth (as defined in section 725 (2) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11434a(2));
a runaway, in foster care or who has aged out of the foster care system, a child eligible for assistance under section 477 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 677), or in an out-of- home placement;
encourages youth providers to increase services to youth with disabilities, especially those youth with learning disabilities and mental health disorders);
to complete an educational program or to secure
additional assistance" is defined by local policy.
RFP, pg. 7
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RFP, pg. 9,12
1. TUTORING, STUDY SKILLS TRAINING, INSTRUCTION, AND DROPOUT PREVENTION activities that lead to completion of a high school diploma or recognized equivalent (including a recognized certificate of attendance or similar document for individuals with disabilities) or for a recognized post-secondary credential; 2. ALTERNATIVE SECONDARY SCHOOL AND DROPOUT RECOVERY SERVICES assist youth who have struggled in traditional secondary education or who have dropped out of school; 3. PAID AND UNPAID WORK EXPERIENCE is a structured learning experience in a workplace and provides
education as a component of the work experience and may include the following types of work experiences:
school year;
proficiency in an occupational field that leads to a recognized post-secondary credential that align with in- demand industry sectors or occupations in the local area if the local Board determines that the programs meet the quality criteria described in WIOA Section 123. 5. EDUCATION OFFERED CONCURRENTLY WITH WORKFORCE PREPARATION is an integrated education and training model combining workforce preparation, basic academic skills, and occupational skills for a specific occupation or occupational cluster;
encouraging responsibility, confidence, employability, self-determination, and other positive social behaviors; RFP, pg. 10-11
7. SUPPORTIVE SERVICES enable an individual to participant in WIOA activities and are defined in WIOA Sec 3 (59) and include items such as child/dependent care assistance, transportation assistance, etc.; 8. ADULT MENTORING is a formal relationship between a youth and an adult mentor with structured activities where the mentor offers guidance, support, and encouragement for a duration of at least 12 months that may occur both during and after program participation; 9. FOLLOW UP SERVICES are provided following program exit and help to ensure youth succeed in employment
drug/alcohol and mental health counseling, as well as referrals to counseling, as appropriate to the needs
term financial stability;
develops entrepreneurial skills;
about in-demand industry sectors or occupations available in the local area, such as career awareness, career counseling, and career exploration services; and
post-secondary education and training. RFP, pg. 10-11
Employment Rate Q2 (Youth: Placed in Education
61% TBD Employment Rate Q4 (Youth: Placed in Education
63% TBD Median Earnings TBD TBD Credential Rate (within 4 quarters after exit) 79% TBD Skills Gain TBD TBD Serving Employers TBD TBD
Employment Rate Q2 (Youth: Placed in Education
61% Employment Rate Q4 (Youth: Placed in Education
62% Median Earnings TBD Credential Rate (within 4 quarters after exit) 78% Skills Gain TBD Serving Employers TBD
RFP, pg. 13, 19 and Attachment A-Proposers Cover Sheet
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All governmental and non-governmental agencies whether for-profit or non-profit may apply for funding. A proposer must be a legally recognized entity with appropriate licensing prior to the proposal being submitted.
All questions/requests for clarification regarding the RFP must be received in writing via email prior to 2:00 pm (EST) on March 11, 2019 to: Rebecca O’Neil, Programs Manager, roneil@colquittga.org Verbal questions/requests for clarification shall not be accepted. Further, WorkSource Southwest Georgia reserves the right to reject any or all questions/requests for clarification, in whole or in part. This will be the only mechanism to have questions answered regarding the RFP specifications, program requirements, etc. To avoid actual or perceived conflict, or undue influence over the process, all bidders (including a current Contractor if a proposal is submitted) are prohibited from contacting any WDB member, committee member or staff (other than the contact and means listed above regarding this RFP). Contact with anyone for purposes
bidder from this competitive procurement process. All written questions/requests for clarification that are accepted will be posted to the website
webpage frequently to stay connected and apprised throughout the process at: https://worksourcesouthwestgeorgia.org/RequestForProposalQandA.aspx Questions received after 2:00 pm (EST) on March 11, 2019 will not be answered.
The proposal must be sealed in a package and marked to indicate
Deadline for Receipt of Proposal
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Follo low/Comple lete all instructio ions and requir irements Attachment A – Cover Sheet Attachment B – Proposal Final Checklist Attachment C – Youth Contractor Checklist Attachment D – Executive Summary (Max. 2 pages) Attachment E – Program Narrative Guidelines Attachment F – Organizational Information Attachment G – Budget Detail & Budget Summary Instructions Attachment H – Budget Summary Attachment T – Proposer’s Attachment Section Format Attachment U – Proposed Project Activities Form (please complete one for each activity proposed) Authorized d Signature Required d on Forms ms as follows ws: Attachment A – Cover Sheet Attachment C – Youth Contractor Checklist Attachment I – Contractor Assurances Form Attachment J – Contract Assurances-Non Construction Programs Form Attachment L – GA Illegal Immigration Reform Act Subcontractor Affidavit Attachment M – GA Illegal Immigration Reform Act Sub-Subcontractor Affidavit Attachment N – Certification of Drug-Free Workplace Alternate I Attachment N – Certification of Drug-Free Workplace Alternate II Attachment O – Certification Regarding Debarment Attachment P – Certification for Lobbying Attachment Q – Certification Regarding Nondiscrimination and Equal Employment Attachment R – Whistleblower Certification Form Attachment S – Equal Opportunity Complaint and General Grievance Policy & Procedure
RFP, pg. 29-33
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RFP, pg. 40