The County of Fresno is seeking a vendor to provide CalFresh Employment and Training (CFET) services to able-bodied adults without dependents who are recipients of General Relief and CalFresh benefits. The selected vendor will provide job search training, links to educational services, and access to supportive services such as transportation and clothing reimbursement. The contract is for an initial seven-month term, with the possibility of two additional twelve-month terms. The vendor will serve an average of 233 clients per month.
• The RFP was released on November 29, 2018, and closed on January 7, 2019.
• A bidder's conference was held on December 6, 2018.
• The review committee consisted of five representatives from the Fresno County Department of Social Services and other organizations.
• The committee reviewed and ranked the proposals and recommended America Works of California, Inc. as the provider of the solicited services.