Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Department of Correction (DOC) is seeking proposals from public and private organizations to create and implement an evaluation of the Vocational Village program. This new program is aimed at providing education and vocational training for incarcerated individuals. The program offers a diverse range of vocational training options to upskill inmates, providing them with industry certifications, credentials, and career pathways. DOC is specifically interested in questions pertaining to the impact of Vocational Village on: Workforce outcomes Skills alignment to current job market demands Recidivism Contributions to the state’s workforce and economy Participant experiences In addition, DOC is interested in exploring program implementation to improve program administration for future participants.
