Middlesex County Career Pathway Enabling Services (CPES) Competitive Contracting Proposal - CC-26-973
Middlesex CountyCounty · New Brunswick, NJ- Due
- Jul 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Thuy Bozzett
- (732) 745-4172
The 30-second brief
Middlesex County Office of Workforce and Career Development is soliciting proposals for Career Pathway Enabling Services (CPES) under project ID CC-26-973. The procurement seeks providers to support eligible individuals in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth programs, as well as Work First New Jersey (WFNJ). Services include structured, skill-based interventions, barrier reduction, and coordination with the American Job Center (AJC) system to achieve measurable skill gains, credential attainment, and employment outcomes. Funding may involve braided approaches across WIOA and WFNJ streams, requiring strict compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and NJDOL cost allocation regulations. Proposals are due by July 8, 2026, at 75 Bayard St, New Brunswick, NJ, with a Notice of Interest deadline of June 17, 2026.
Measurable skill gains, credential attainment, employment outcomes, cost allowability, allocability, reasonableness
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Summary
Middlesex County Office of Workforce and Career Development is soliciting proposals for Career Pathway Enabling Services (CPES) under project ID CC-26-973.
The procurement seeks providers to support eligible individuals in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth programs, as well as Work First New Jersey (WFNJ). Services include structured, skill-based interventions, barrier reduction, and coordination with the American Job Center (AJC) system to achieve measurable skill gains, credential attainment, and employment outcomes. Funding may involve braided approaches across WIOA and WFNJ streams, requiring strict compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and NJDOL cost allocation regulations. Proposals are due by July 8, 2026, at 75 Bayard St, New Brunswick, NJ, with a Notice of Interest deadline of June 17, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Measurable skill gains
- Credential attainment
- Employment outcomes
- Cost allowability
- Allocability
- Reasonableness
- Submit to
- 75 Bayard St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901
- Scope location
- New Brunswick, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Middlesex County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 8, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 75 Bayard St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901. For questions, contact Thuy Bozzett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Middlesex County in NJ, 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 Thuy Bozzett at (732) 745-4172. 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: "Measurable skill gains, credential attainment, employment outcomes, cost allowability, allocability, reasonableness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Middlesex County?
All active and historical solicitations from Middlesex County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Middlesex 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. Review the full document from Middlesex 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: New Brunswick, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.