Funding Amount

$1.53M (draft allocation)

Deadline

April 15, 2026

7 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

WIOA Youth RFP FY27 - Year-Round Services

Funder: MassHire Hampden County Workforce Board (MHHCWB)

Funding Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration through the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) Grant

Geographic Scope: Hampden County, Massachusetts

Award Amount: Draft FY27 allocation of $1.53M (final funding subject to change)

Program Focus:

  • Comprehensive year-round employment, training, career development, and case management services

  • Serve in-school and out-of-school youth who reside in Hampden County
  • Target Populations: Two service options available:
    1. In-school youth: Entering Junior or Senior year of high school in fall 2026
    2. Out-of-school youth: Ages 16-24 with focus on high school dropouts

    Eligibility Requirements:

  • Youth must meet WIOA eligibility requirements

  • Must reside in Hampden County
  • Key Dates:

  • RFP Posted: March 4, 2026 at 12:00pm EST

  • Updated: March 5, 2026

  • Bidders' Conference: March 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM via Zoom

  • Close Date: April 15, 2026 at 12:00pm EST
  • Submission Requirements:

  • Electronic submission only

  • Bidders may submit separate proposals for either option or bid on both

  • Proposals must meet administrative and programmatic criteria outlined in RFP
  • Contact Information: RFP@masshirehcwb.com

    How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Obtain RFP Documents
    - Download electronically from MHHCWB website (http://www.masshirehcwb.com) on or after March 4, 2026

    2. Attend Bidders' Conference (Recommended)
    - Date: March 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM
    - Format: Zoom
    - Includes presentation and Q&A session

    3. Prepare Proposal
    - Submit separate proposal for each service option (if bidding on both)
    - Ensure proposal meets all administrative and programmatic criteria
    - Include completed cost worksheets and budget templates

    4. Submit Application
    - Format: Electronic submission only
    - Deadline: April 15, 2026 at 12:00 NOON EST
    - Instructions: See RFP Checklist (Attachment C) for submission instructions

    5. Required Documents
    - RFP Word Attachments
    - FY 27 WIOA Cost Worksheets
    - WIOA Youth Budget FY 27 Template

      Important Notes

    • Bidders must check MHHCWB RFP Center for any addenda or modifications
    • Submit complete and timely proposals meeting minimum threshold requirements
    • Selection based on: past performance, cost effectiveness, comprehensive service descriptions

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    workforce-developmentyouth-programs

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