OWI 2026 Oregon Talent Assessment

The State of Oregon, acting by and through the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC), is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) for a qualified contractor to perform and deliver a 2026 Oregon Talent Assessment of Oregon’s workforce. The assessment will establish a framework to increase current and future alignment, strengthen partnerships, and maximize resources. The contractor will be responsible for reviewing documents, establishing a methodology, conducting workforce research, making recommendations, and developing the 2026 Oregon Talent Assessment. • The assessment will inform a broad range of partners and investments, including the public workforce system, education and training providers, local workforce development boards, Community-Based Organizations, employers, and others. • The contractor will be required to demonstrate understanding and experience of in-demand occupations, in-demand skills, talent gaps, and future trends. • The contractor will be required to provide a replicable, data-driven method to determine in-demand industries and occupations. • The contractor will be required to present the results at the 2026 Oregon Talent Summit and WTDB meeting.