New York State Contract Reporter #2133855

Grant Funding for Electric Vehicle Workforce Training Programs

This opportunity from the New York State Department of Labor seeks to fund organizations to develop or expand training and pre-apprenticeship programs in the electric vehicle (EV) sector. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Labor, Division of Employment & Workforce Solutions - Office of Just Energy Transition (OJET) - Products/Services Requested: - Training and pre-apprenticeship programs for EV repair and maintenance (light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles) - Training for EV charging station repair and maintenance - EV fleet maintenance training - Wraparound support services for program participants - Unique or Notable Requirements: - At least 35% of enrolled participants must reside in Disadvantaged Communities as defined by the Climate Justice Working Group - Contracting goals: 6% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOB) and 30% for Minority/Women Business Enterprises (MWBE) - Applications accepted on a continuous basis - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a workforce development grant rather than a procurement of goods

Description

This solicitation from the New York State Department of Labor's Office of Just Energy Transition seeks applications for funding to expand or create training and pre-apprenticeship programs focused on electric vehicle (EV) repair and maintenance, EV charging station repair and maintenance, and EV fleet maintenance. Eligible organizations will provide wraparound services to participants in these programs. A minimum of 35% of enrolled participants must reside in Disadvantaged Communities as defined by the Climate Justice Working Group. The contract term is 36 months, and applications are accepted continuously.

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