Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board - Participant and Staff Contractual Temporary Services - 2026
Chesapeake CollegeHigher Ed · Wye Mills, MD- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Christy Reid
The 30-second brief
Chesapeake College and the Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board are seeking proposals from temporary services companies to provide onboarding services, payroll services, and employer of record services for Earn and Learn Participants and Contractual Staff at the Wye Mills Campus. The scope includes issuing paychecks, handling payroll taxes, workers' compensation insurance, work permits, unemployment compensation, W2s, and background checks for up to 50 summer Earn and Learn Participants, 25 year-round Earn and Learn Participants, and 5-10 year-round contractual employees. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 2:30 PM via email to [email protected]. A pre-bid conference via Zoom is scheduled for November 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with questions due by November 11, 2026. The contract term begins January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with options to negotiate a second and third year.
Hourly Wage Markup (60 points), Description of Contractor's Onboarding Process (10 points), Contractor's Experience in contractual temporary personnel services for contracts of this size (10 points), Contractor's Overall Qualifications (10 points), Contractor's ability to make in-person visits to worksites (10 points)
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Summary
Chesapeake College and the Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board are seeking proposals from temporary services companies to provide onboarding services, payroll services, and employer of record services for Earn and Learn Participants and Contractual Staff at the Wye Mills Campus.
The scope includes issuing paychecks, handling payroll taxes, workers' compensation insurance, work permits, unemployment compensation, W2s, and background checks for up to 50 summer Earn and Learn Participants, 25 year-round Earn and Learn Participants, and 5-10 year-round contractual employees. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 2:30 PM via email to [email protected]. A pre-bid conference via Zoom is scheduled for November 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with questions due by November 11, 2026. The contract term begins January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with options to negotiate a second and third year.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Hourly Wage Markup (60 points), Description of Contractor's Onboarding Process (10 points), Contractor's Experience in contractual temporary personnel services for contracts of this size (10 points), Contractor's Overall Qualifications (10 points), Contractor's ability to make in-person visits to worksites (10 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid/Proposal Affidavit
- Bid Form
- Contractor's References
- Proof of insurance
- Financial statements
- Standard service agreement
- Business license
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Wye Mills, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Chesapeake College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Christy Reid.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Chesapeake College 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 Christy Reid. 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: "Hourly Wage Markup (60 points), Description of Contractor's Onboarding Process (10 points), Contractor's Experience in contractual temporary personnel services for contracts of this size (10 points),..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chesapeake College?
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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 November 30, 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: Bid/Proposal Affidavit, Bid Form, Contractor's References, Proof of insurance, Financial statements, Standard service agreement, Business license. Review the full document from Chesapeake College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wye Mills, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.