Opportunity
Texas Workforce Commission Bonfire #RFA 32026-00172
Grant for Career Exploration Initiatives for Career Shifters – Texas Workforce Commission
Posted
May 05, 2026
Respond By
June 23, 2026
Identifier
RFA 32026-00172
NAICS
611430, 624310
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is inviting Texas Local Workforce Development Boards to propose career exploration initiatives for individuals seeking to transition into Targeted or High Demand Occupations. - Buyer: Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) - Eligible applicants: Only Texas Local Workforce Development Boards; all others will be disqualified - Funding: $1,000,000 available through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) - Products/Services requested: - Development and implementation of career exploration programs for career shifters - No specific products, OEMs, or vendors are named, as this is a grant for programmatic services - Application requirements: - Core application, budget workbook, and signed certifications - Supporting documentation includes terms and conditions, budget instructions, and evaluation rubrics - Notable requirements: - Focus on assisting participants in moving into Targeted or High Demand Occupations - Only Texas Local Workforce Development Boards are eligible to apply - No equipment or technology procurement is involved; this is a service/program grant opportunity
Description
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is offering a Request for Applications (RFA) to develop career exploration initiatives for participants seeking to shift careers to a Targeted or High Demand Occupation. The project is funded with one million dollars ($1,000,000) in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds. Eligible applicants are limited to Texas Local Workforce Development Boards; other applicants will be disqualified. The solicitation includes various attachments such as terms and conditions, budget instructions, and evaluation rubrics to guide applicants.