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Ohio Department of Children and Youth

Information Technology Apprenticeship Partner

Budget
$250,000 – $500,000
Estimate
Contract
54 months
Location
  • Ohio, United States
Posted
Nov 6, 2026

SUMMARY


The Ohio Department of Children and Youth is seeking an Information Technology Apprenticeship Partner to recruit, train, and support up to five IT apprentices annually.
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DESCRIPTION


The Department of Children and Youth (DCY) requires an Information Technology Apprenticeship Partner to address IT staffing challenges. The selected contractor will recruit, screen, hire, and train up to five IT apprentices annually, providing structured training and hands-on experience to prepare them for entry-level software development positions within the State of Ohio. The contractor is responsible for all training costs and apprentice wages. The contract term runs from the date of signature through June 30, 2029, with potential for a one-month renewal and an additional two-year term.

KEY REQUIREMENTS


  • Must demonstrate a minimum of two years of experience delivering workforce training, apprenticeship, or consulting services relevant to the requirements of this RFQ
  • Must recruit, screen, hire, and train up to five IT apprentices annually
  • Must provide and administer training necessary to support attainment of required IT competencies
  • Must assume all costs associated with training, instructional materials, certifications, and program administration
  • Must pay wages directly to all IT apprentices
  • Must ensure all IT apprentices are United States citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals with valid authorization to work in the United States
  • Must ensure all IT apprentices successfully complete required background checks and security screenings

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TIMELINE


The contract term is from the date of signature through June 30, 2029.

Issuing Agency


Ohio Department of Children and Youth

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What is the budget for this RFP?
Settle estimates the budget at $250,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by Ohio Department of Children and Youth. The work is located in Ohio, United States.

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