Charles County Government Year-Round Workforce Development Program RFP #27-015 (2026)
Charles CountyCounty · La Plata, MD- Due
- Dec 22, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Sapreen Khalaifeh
- (301) 934-9305 ext 2241
The 30-second brief
Charles County Government is requesting proposals for the implementation of a Year-Round Workforce Development Program (Solicitation #27-015) to provide eligible young adults aged 18-24 residing within the ENOUGH-eligible community in Waldorf with access to paid employment, career exploration, workforce readiness, and skill-building opportunities. The program operates continuously year-round, connecting participants with local businesses and organizations acting as Employment Host Sites to strengthen pathways to sustainable employment and economic mobility. Grant funding is available up to $74,888 total annual funding with a 15% administrative cap and 85% allocated to youth subsidized wages. Proposals are due by December 22, 2026, at 11:00 am via the County's eProcurement Portal. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for December 2, 2026, with a registration deadline on November 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by December 15, 2026.
Project Understanding, approach and capability (30), Experience of key staff and project team proposed (30), Professional references (10), Firm representation project and depth (10), Use of funds (20)
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Summary
Charles County Government is requesting proposals for the implementation of a Year-Round Workforce Development Program (Solicitation #27-015) to provide eligible young adults aged 18-24 residing within the ENOUGH-eligible community in Waldorf with access to paid employment, career exploration, workforce readiness, and skill-building opportunities.
The program operates continuously year-round, connecting participants with local businesses and organizations acting as Employment Host Sites to strengthen pathways to sustainable employment and economic mobility. Grant funding is available up to $74,888 total annual funding with a 15% administrative cap and 85% allocated to youth subsidized wages. Proposals are due by December 22, 2026, at 11:00 am via the County's eProcurement Portal. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for December 2, 2026, with a registration deadline on November 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by December 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Experience Form - Three (3), Vendor Disclosure Form, Intended Sub Contractors Form, Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Compliance Plan Forms, Non-Collusion Affidavit Form, Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Certification Form & Official Letter of SLBE Intent, Respondent Technical Proposal Package Submittal
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/charlescountymd
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- La Plata, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Charles County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/charlescountymd. For questions, contact Sapreen Khalaifeh.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Charles County in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Sapreen Khalaifeh at (301) 934-9305 ext 2241. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Project Understanding, approach and capability (30), Experience of key staff and project team proposed (30), Professional references (10), Firm representation project and depth (10), Use of funds (20)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Charles County?
All active and historical solicitations from Charles County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Charles County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 22, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Experience Form - Three (3), Vendor Disclosure Form, Intended Sub Contractors Form, Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Compliance Plan Forms, Non-Collusion Affidavit Form, Small Local. Review the full document from Charles County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: La Plata, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
