Open Opportunities
Below you will find a list of current request for proposals. Be sure to check back for new opportunities as they become available.
Eligible Training Program/Provider (EPPT)
Organizations interested in providing occupational skills training to local One Stop (PA CareerLink) center participants are invited to submit an application for inclusion on the Statewide Eligible Training Program Provider list. Applications are to be submitted via the Commonwealth's Comprehensive Workforce Development System at http://www.cwds.state.pa.us. In advance, please download the following documents:
For an overview of the application process and step by step instructions, download the Training Provider Aide.
To review the high priority occupations for Philadelphia, download the 2008 Philadelphia High Priority Occupations List.
Please be advised that all courses must be licensed by an accrediting/licensing body and lead to occupations in the High Priority Occupations list. Questions regarding this list or the process can be directed to Jamece Joyner at (215) 717-2010.
Communications Contractor Request for Proposals
The Philadelphia Workforce Investment Board has released a request for proposals (RFP) to identify an individual or organization to provide:
- Specialized services related to issue promotion
- Strategic communications and public affairs consulting
The selected bidders must have proven success in strategic consulting on social issues and a clear understanding of media coverage as a means to an end, not the end itself. Experience working in issue-based environments and familiarity with workforce development is a considerable plus.
Proposals are due by 5:00 p.m. on August 18, 2008. For more information, please contact Lauren Hirshon at lhirshon@pwib.org or (215) 717-2011.
» Download the Communications Contractor RFP
Industry Partnership Guidelines and Application 2008
To meet the growing and critical needs for workforce excellence, funding will be available to support the training needs of Industry Partnerships. Funds will be available to successful Partnerships in the Commonwealth's ten targeted industry clusters. Applicants seeking to develop new or expand existing Partnerships may be able to receive grants ranging from $5,000 to $85,000. Established Industry Partnerships may also submit a single application for additional Partnership support as well as training of incumbent workers. Successful Partnerships may be eligible to receive a maximum of $300,000 per application request for the training of incumbent workers, in addition to $5,000 to $85,000 to support the Partnership itself.
Applicants who wish to be considered for Industry Partnership funding must adhere to the deadlines indicated by the Pennsylvania WIB. The Philadelphia WIB review process timelines stem from the state's directive. Please see the Philadelphia WIB Application Guidelines for a full schedule of deadlines. For more information, please contact Angelica Haines at ahaines@pwib.org or (215) 717-2019.
» Download the Philadelphia WIB Application Guideline
» Download the 2008-2009 Industry Partnership Grant Application and Guidelines
