New York State Contract Reporter #RFP 290

New York State seeks proposals for adult education and literacy services under WIOA Title II

New York State Department of Education is seeking proposals for statewide adult education and literacy services under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title II. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Education, Contract Administration Unit - Eligible Applicants: - Local educational agencies, community-based and faith-based organizations, volunteer literacy organizations, higher education institutions, public or private nonprofits, libraries, public housing authorities, and coalitions of these entities - Program Areas Requested: - Adult Basic Education and Literacy Services - Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) - Corrections Education and Other Institutionalized Education Programs - Literacy Zones - Services Requested: - Provision of adult education and literacy services to out-of-school youth and adults - Integrated English literacy and civics education for eligible individuals - Education services for corrections and other institutionalized populations - Comprehensive literacy services in designated zones - Notable Requirements: - Applicants must demonstrate past effectiveness in adult education and literacy activities - Nonprofit applicants must prequalify in the Statewide Financial System - 30% Minority/Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) contracting goal - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned; past awardees include BOCES, CUNY colleges, public libraries, and community organizations

Description

This solicitation is for multiyear grants or contracts to provide adult education and literacy services under the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA), Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The goal is to help out-of-school youth and adults develop literacy skills, achieve secondary credentials, and gain employment and self-sufficiency. The project includes four competition types: Adult Basic Education and Literacy Services, Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE), Corrections Education and Other Institutionalized Education Programs, and Literacy Zones. Eligible applicants include local educational agencies, community-based organizations, higher education institutions, nonprofits, libraries, public housing authorities, and coalitions of these entities. The contract term is from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2032.

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