RFI 2023-DOC-Green Training Programs

The Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC), in partnership with the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking industry feedback on the development of Green Training Programs that will establish pathways for sustained employment for currently incarcerated individuals. The RFI focuses on training programs in Automotive Technology (including hybrid/electric training and certification), Solar Photovoltaic Installation, and Wind Turbine Tech Training. The DOC is looking to gather information on industry standards, best practices, different models of service delivery, and potential price structures for these training programs. Responses to the RFI are due by 2:00 PM EST on April 12, 2023, and should be submitted electronically using the Commbuys system. The DOC is under no obligation to incorporate any materials, comments, or recommendations made in an RFI submission into any future Request for Response (RFR) document, and will not answer any questions about the anticipated future RFR solicitation.

The RFI does not provide any details on pricing terms, set asides, incumbents, funding requirements and sources, or other financial information. It is an informational document aimed at gathering industry feedback to help inform the potential development of a future RFR for Green Training Programs. The RFI does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, nor does it list any incumbent vendors or current contractors. Additionally, the RFI does not provide any information on possible award values or budget ranges.