Workforce Development Program Service

Overview

Environmental, Water & Energy

Montpelier, Vermont, United StatesPosted 23 days agoDeadline: May 11th, 2026

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SUMMARY

RFP to develop and implement workforce development programs focusing on recruitment, training, and retention in the energy efficiency and clean energy sectors in Montpelier, Vermont.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a qualified entity such as a nonprofit training provider, educational entity, workforce development agency, or consortium
Must demonstrate experience in workforce development, preferably in energy efficiency, weatherization, or building trades
Must have a Unique Entity Identifier from registration in SAM.gov
Must submit proposal electronically as a single, digitally searchable PDF attachment
Must include specific subject line 'Energy Workforce Development RFP' in email submission
Must comply with 2 CFR 200 and Special Terms and Conditions of the Department's DOE Award
Must be able to provide quarterly reporting on program progress and outcomes

BUDGET

Verified

$25,000 – $1,100,000

CONTRACT DURATION

24 months

TIMELINE

Issue Date: April 1st, 2026

Questions Due: April 20th, 2026

Responses Posted: May 11th, 2026

Remote Applicant's Conference: May 14th, 2026

Proposals Due By: June 15th, 2026

Programs End: May 30th, 2028

QUESTION DEADLINE

April 20th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Vermont Department Of Public Service

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority located in Montpelier, Vermont seeks a vendor to develop and implement comprehensive workforce development programs focused on energy efficiency, weatherization, electrification, and the broader clean energy sector. The selected provider will be responsible for recruiting and attracting new workers into these fields through innovative recruitment programs that expand enrollment in training opportunities related to energy efficiency, building trades, and clean energy sectors.

The scope of work includes creating or expanding programs to support employee retention and professional development, including training tailored to relevant industry certifications. The vendor will assist contractors and employers in retaining workers and sustaining business success within these industries. Key activities involve delivering technical and practical training for new and existing workers in weatherization, building science, energy codes, HVAC, plumbing, heating, heat pump and electrical systems installation and maintenance, as well as other relevant energy system trades.

Source attribution

This Settle analysis is based on the issuing organization’s public RFP listing.