Enhanced Job Placement Services

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 250000001471 for Enhanced Job Placement Services targeting job placement assistance for customers with disabilities across Detroit, Western Wayne, and Ann Arbor regions. The procurement seeks contractors to provide comprehensive job placement services aimed at connecting 145 total customers with post-secondary/vocational training and competitive integrated employment. Required services include job readiness training, work-based learning, on-the-job training, apprenticeship placement, job coaching, and placement follow-up. The RFP specifically requires vendors to demonstrate capability in working with customers having various disabilities, ensuring necessary supports are addressed and essential job functions can be performed. Evaluation criteria will be technically weighted across statement of work sections and vendor questions, with proposals receiving 80 or more technical points becoming eligible for pricing evaluation. The solicitation was released on February 21, 2025, with proposals due by March 21, 2025, and an anticipated contract start date of May 5, 2025. The initial contract term is set from May 5, 2025, to September 30, 2028, with potential for up to two additional 1-year renewals.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the RFP indicates a focus on job placement across diverse industries including labor, material handling, driving, customer service, retail, skilled trades, construction, medical, IT/technology, and manufacturing. The pricing structure involves an hourly rate for direct services, with an acceptable employment placement rate of 70-75% and successful placement defined as maintaining employment for 90 days. Vendors are expected to have existing employer connections or develop relationships within service regions and will be required to submit monthly progress reports with detailed placement information. The contract will solely focus on job placement, with Michigan Rehabilitation Services conducting pre-placement activities. Critical incident reporting is mandatory, requiring immediate notification to the MRS Counselor for any unexpected events involving a customer. While specific budget ranges were not detailed, the hourly service pricing and regional client allocations suggest a significant investment: approximately 50 clients for Detroit/East Wayne County, 70 clients for West Wayne County, and 20 clients for Ann Arbor, indicating a comprehensive statewide job placement initiative.