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This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) document from the City of Cleveland, Ohio, for the REC-N-TEC Pilot Initiative, which seeks qualified providers to deliver digital skills workforce development and Out of School Time (OST) programs. The initiative aims to bridge the digital divide by offering training at the Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Center (NRRC) computer labs, with programming tailored for two populations: working-age adolescents ages 14-17 and adults. The programs are designed to equip vulnerable residents—including unsheltered individuals, seniors, single parents, and justice-affected individuals—with digital skills, workplace competencies, and career pathways necessary for economic mobility and long-term success in the digital economy.

The document outlines the City's commitment to digital inclusion and economic opportunity as core objectives of this pilot initiative. Proposers must demonstrate capacity to deliver comprehensive digital skills training aligned with workforce development standards while addressing the specific needs of Cleveland's vulnerable populations. The initiative leverages recent technology infrastructure improvements at the NRRC and represents a strategic investment in digital equity as part of the City's broader effort to enhance neighborhood economic mobility and residential broadband access across underserved communities.