Description
Cuyahoga County is seeking a vendor to design, implement, and manage a Work Experience Program for individuals enrolled in the Ohio Works First (OWF) welfare‑to‑work initiative. The contractor must provide a comprehensive plan that ensures only qualified candidates are selected, deliver on‑the‑job training, evaluate staff performance, and offer ongoing professional development. The contract runs for two years with optional extensions, and bidders must submit required non‑collusion and cooperative purchasing forms.
• Scope: Deliver a full‑service work‑experience and job‑training program for OWF participants, including candidate selection, new‑hire training, performance evaluation, and professional development.
• Mandatory Attachments: Non‑Collusion Affidavit (Appendix 8) and Cooperative Vendor Purchasing Form (Appendix 9).
• Eligibility: Must be a small‑business enterprise certified by Cuyahoga County and on the official plan‑holder list to receive the full RFP specifications.
• Submission Options: Hard‑copy delivery or electronic upload via the Cuyahoga County Supplier Portal, with a final deadline of May 8, 2026 11:00 a.m.