2026_Non-Competitive_Bid_Contract_Statement_Form.pdf

This is a Non-Competitive Bid Contract Statement Form from the City of Cleveland, Ohio, related to the REC-N-TEC Pilot Initiative. The City is seeking qualified providers to deliver digital skills training and workforce development programs at the Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Center (NRRC) computer labs. The initiative targets two populations: out-of-school time (OST) opportunities for working-age adolescents aged 14-17 and related programs for adults, with emphasis on vulnerable populations including unsheltered residents, seniors, single parents, and justice-affected individuals. The programs are designed to bridge the local digital divide and support residents in developing workplace-related digital skills necessary for economic mobility and career pathways in the digital economy.

The non-competitive bidding process indicates that the City has identified a specific qualified provider for this contract award without competitive solicitation. This procurement method suggests the City has determined a particular vendor's qualifications and capabilities are uniquely suited to execute the REC-N-TEC initiative's objectives. The contract represents the City's commitment to digital inclusion and economic opportunity, leveraging recent technology infrastructure improvements at the NRRC to deliver comprehensive workforce development services to Cleveland residents.