Cuyahoga County Evidence-Based Employment Readiness and Placement Program RFP (RQ16399 / Event #7083)
Cuyahoga CountyCounty · Cleveland, OH- Due
- Aug 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Paul J. Porter
- (216) 443-7200
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Summary
Cuyahoga County, on behalf of the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas, is soliciting proposals for an Evidence-Based Employment Readiness and Placement Program under RQ16399 / Event #7083.
The program seeks agencies to provide employment readiness training and job placement services. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled via Zoom for July 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Small businesses must be certified with Cuyahoga County to be eligible. Proposals must be submitted either physically to the Department of Purchasing in Cleveland, Ohio, or electronically via the Cuyahoga County Supplier Portal by the deadline of August 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM Local Time.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Addendum No. 1
- Submit to
- 2079 East 9th Street, 2nd Floor, Room 2-200, Cleveland, Ohio 44115 or Cuyahoga County Supplier Portal System
- Scope location
- Cleveland, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cuyahoga County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 2079 East 9th Street, 2nd Floor, Room 2-200, Cleveland, Ohio 44115 or Cuyahoga County Supplier Portal System. For questions, contact Paul J. Porter.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cuyahoga County in OH, 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 Paul J. Porter at (216) 443-7200. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Cuyahoga County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cuyahoga County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cuyahoga County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Addendum No. 1. Review the full document from Cuyahoga 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: Cleveland, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.