Colorado Dept of Labor & Employment Qualified Apprenticeship Intermediary (QAI) Grant 2026
Colorado Department of Labor and Employment | State of ColoradoState · Denver, CO- Due
- Jan 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
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SUMMARY
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE), through Apprenticeship Colorado, is soliciting grant applications for the $400,000.00 Qualified Apprenticeship Intermediary (QAI) Grant program.
Eligible applicants must be officially recognized by the State Apprenticeship Agency (SAA) as of August 4, 2025. The grant aims to support entities in expanding registered apprenticeship programs, diversifying participant demographics, and enhancing geographic distribution in high-priority, high-demand industries. Services include connecting employers to programs, curriculum design, and providing wraparound support for career seekers. Applications are due by January 14, 2026, at 23:59:00.
- Scope location
- Colorado
- Reported agency
- Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Quote from Colorado Department of Labor and Employment | State of Colorado?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 14, 2026.
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Most government agencies, including Colorado Department of Labor and Employment | State of Colorado in CO, 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.
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Colorado. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.