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MERCER COUNTY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD COMPETITIVE CONTRACTING RFP FOR WIOA OSY PROGRAMS Public Notice in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1, et seq., is hereby given that on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 by 12:00 noon (Prevailing time) Mercer County, will accept Competitive Contracting proposals for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA) Out of School Youth (OSY) Programs for Program Year 2026, contract period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 and Program Year 2027, contract period July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2028. The County of Mercer is seeking proposals for the purpose of providing Employment Directed Activities that will equip WIOA OSY recipients with the tools and skills necessary to become employed. All services must be available in person only. Virtual/hybrid services will be reserved for those who fall under the WDB RFP exceptions. A Technical Assistance Workshop is scheduled for Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:00 am at the Mercer County One Stop, 26 Yard Avenue, Trenton, NJ. Attendance is mandatory for all respondents. You must R.S.V.P. in advance to Chiara Tramo at (609) 989-6521 or by email at ctramo@mercercounty.org no later than 4:30pm on Friday, March 27th, 2026. Competitive Contracts are contingent upon receipt of funding from the NJ Department of Labor (NJ DOL). WIOA- Out-Of-School Youth Program PY 2026: approximately $500,000.00 July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 PY 2027: approximately $500,000.00 July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2028 Proposals are evaluated and ranked based on scores received utilizing the following criteria: Pre-Evaluation Review to ensure compliance with all significant RFP requirements, Program Design and Implementation, Previous Performance, Program Administration and Budget information. Consideration of awards will be given to the proposals most beneficial to the program, with the highest-ranking scores, and with price and other factors considered. RFP Specifications and Proposal forms are available for pick-up by appointment by calling (609)-989-6521 at the Mercer County Workforce Development Board, 80 Hamilton Ave, Suite 101, Trenton, NJ 08611 during office hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday - Friday; download from the Mercer County web site http://www.mercercounty.org under the title of Bids & RFP. Proposals may be hand delivered or mailed; however, the County disclaims any responsibility for proposals received late by regular or express mail. Clearly identify the RFP Package with CC RFP WIOA- OSY PY 26-27. •Delivery in person, by Courier, UPS, or FedEx: Mercer County Workforce Development Board, 80 Hamilton Avenue, Suite 101, Trenton NJ 08611. •Delivery by regular US Postal Service mail: Mercer County Workforce Development Board, 80 Hamilton Ave, Suite 101, Trenton NJ 08611. Proposals may be rejected if not submitted or received within time, date and place designated, and if not accompanied by all required documents. E-mailed or faxed proposals will not be accepted. Eligibility requirements: organizations must have a minimum 1-year experience in serving participants with similar barriers. The RFP is open to for-profit, non-profit, community-based and/or faith-based organizations, educational (2-year/4-year), proprietary or post-secondary institutions, labor organizations, and government agencies. Addenda to this RFP will be issued on the website. It is the sole responsibility of the respondent to be knowledgeable of any addenda related to this procurement and to check the website from now through the proposal submission date. A copy of your New Jersey Business Registration Certificate must be submitted with your proposal. Applicants are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975 C127 and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq. COUNTY OF MERCER, NEW JERSEY Prt fee:$67.55 Mar 23 -1a