Purchase Order DOLB09E421907

The U.S. Department of Labor's Women's Bureau awarded a $24,900 purchase order to Detroiters Working For Environmental Justice (DWEJ) on August 4, 2009, for green jobs services under a statement of work. The contract was completed by August 3, 2010, and was performed in Chicago, Illinois. No set-aside designation was applied to this award. DWEJ, a Detroit-based nonprofit organization focused on environmental justice and public health in urban communities, served as the prime contractor with no subcontractors noted in this award.

The Women's Bureau, a civilian agency within the Department of Labor, supports workforce development and economic opportunities for women. This contract reflects the bureau's broader initiatives to connect workers with emerging employment sectors, particularly in green energy and environmental remediation fields. DWEJ's expertise in environmental justice and community-based workforce development positioned the organization to deliver training and services that align with federal efforts to create sustainable employment pathways while addressing environmental health disparities in economically disadvantaged communities.