22RFP0121B-PS - WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker Services

On behalf of the LWDB, Select Fulton's Workforce Development Division focuses on demand-driven workforce solutions by providing data and resources for businesses seeking a skilled
workforce; as well as providing workforce solutions for dislocated workers and qualified
unemployed/underemployed adults. The primary method of delivering these services is through
a network of Career Resource Centers that assist people seeking employment, training and
education services for Adult and Dislocated Worker Programs.
1. Title I – Workforce Development Activities:
Authorizes job training and related services to unemployed or underemployed
individuals (Adult, Dislocated Workers and Youth) and establishes the governance and
performance accountability system for WIOA. Administered through the United States
Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration (DOLETA).
2. Title II – Adult Education and Literacy:
Authorizes education services to assist adults in improving their basic skills, completing
secondary education, and transitioning to postsecondary or advanced education. Administered
through the United States Department of Education (DoED).
3. Title III – Amendments to the Wagner-Peyser Act of 1933:
Amends the Wagner-Peyser Act of 1933 to integrate the U.S. Employment Service (ES) into the
One-Stop system authorized by WIOA. Administered through the United States Department of
Labor, Employment Services (DOLES).
4. Title IV – Amendments to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973:
Amends the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to authorize employment-related vocational rehabilitation
services to individuals with disabilities to integrate vocational rehabilitation into the One-Stop
system. Administered through United States, Department of Education (DoED). WIOA serves as the primary workforce development legislation intended to strengthen, bring strategic coordination, and align investments and innovative practices among workforce, education, and economic development providing customers with access to the highest quality of services that lead to in-demand career opportunities. For more information on WIOA, use the following links to access relevant federal and State directives/guidance: Federal laws, regulations, guidance and other information on WIOA can be found here: https://www.doleta.gov/WIOA/. Through the issuance of this Request for Proposal (“RFP” and/or “Proposals”), the County is soliciting Proposals from qualified Proposers for the following:
Adult and Dislocated Worker Programs:
WIOA authorizes “career services” for adults and dislocated workers, rather than “core” and
“intensive” services, as authorized by WIA. There are three types of “career services”: basic
career services, individualized career services, and follow-up services. These services can be
provided in any order as there is no sequence requirement for these services. Career services
under this approach provide local areas and service providers with flexibility to target services to
the needs of the customer. WIOA defines the required activities authorized for Adult and Dislocated Workers. Proposers are encouraged to read WIOA, related administrative regulations, and State guidance to understand the scope of authorized activities. These activities include:
• eligibility determination;
• outreach and intake;
• initial assessment of skills;
• supportive service needs;
• job search and placement assistance;
• career counseling;
• provision of information on in-demand occupations and non-traditional employment;
• recruitment and other business services for employers;
• referrals to partner programs and other available programs in the community;
• provision of labor market information;
• information on supportive services available through other programs;
• information and assistance with establishing eligibility for financial aid and assistance for educational programs other than WIOA;
• comprehensive skills assessments;
• in depth interviewing and evaluation of barriers to employment;
• development of an Individual Employment Plan;
• group counseling;
• career planning;
• short term prevocational services;
• soft skills training;
• work experience;
• financial literacy;
• out of area job search;
• training services;
• occupational skills training;
• supportive services;
• work-based learning programs include On The Job Training, Incumbent Worker Training, and Apprenticeships
• private sector training programs;
• skill upgrading and retraining;
• job readiness training;
• adult education and literacy activities;
• follow-up services.
Proposals provided in response to this RFP that comply with the submittal requirements set forth
in Section 4.0, including all forms and certifications, will be evaluated in accordance with the
criteria and procedures described in Section 5.0. Based on the results of the evaluation, the
County will award the Workforce Development Program Delivery Service to the most advantageous Proposer(s) based on the evaluation factors set forth in the RFP.