Missouri BUYS #STATE 0000000467SL

Missouri DSS Sole-Source SkillUP Program Services for SNAP Participants

This procurement opportunity is issued by the Missouri Department of Social Services for SkillUP Program Services to support SNAP participants in gaining employment skills and reducing reliance on public assistance. - Government Buyer: - Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) - 34-PROC OA Division of Purchasing Procurements - OEMs and Vendors: - Missouri Community Action Network (MCAN) is the sole vendor and service provider - Products/Services Requested: - SkillUP Program Services - Comprehensive employment and training services for SNAP participants - Includes skills development, training, and work experience - No specific part numbers or quantities listed - Unique or Notable Requirements: - MCAN is identified as the only feasible source due to its statewide network of 19 Community Action Agencies - Procurement is mandated by federal SNAP regulations and USDA Food and Nutrition Service compliance - Classified as a proprietary, sole-source acquisition under Missouri statute RSMo 34.044 - Period of Performance: - Initial contract period is one year, with three additional one-year renewal options

Description

The Department of Social Services requires a contract for SkillUP Program Services, which provides Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants opportunities to gain skills, training, or experience that will improve their ability to attain employment and decrease their dependency on public assistance programs. The program is a voluntary initiative mandated by federal compliance under the USDA Food and Nutrition Service and SNAP Regulations. The Department must partner with an organization possessing the necessary skills and infrastructure to deliver comprehensive employment and training services. The Missouri Community Action Network (MCAN) is the designated single feasible source provider for these services in Missouri.

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