Unemployment Insurance-RESEA Program Study

The state of Colorado, specifically Denver County and Denver City, is seeking proposals for an Unemployment Insurance-RESEA Program Study through a state and local contract opportunity. This procurement focuses on conducting a comprehensive research study related to the Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA) program within the unemployment insurance system. The contract opportunity, identified by the unique ID 680b91b69151a925fd0e493a, was posted on April 18, 2025, with a proposal submission deadline of May 20, 2025. Potential bidders will be expected to develop a detailed analytical study that explores the effectiveness, efficiency, and outcomes of the RESEA program in Denver County. The study should likely include in-depth research methodologies, data collection strategies, statistical analysis, and comprehensive reporting on program performance, participant outcomes, and potential recommendations for improvement. Bidders will need to demonstrate expertise in labor market research, statistical analysis, program evaluation, and unemployment services assessment.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, typical state and local contracts often include provisions for disadvantaged business enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or small businesses. The contract appears to be open to research firms, consulting organizations, and academic institutions with specialized expertise in workforce development, unemployment services, and program evaluation. The potential award value is not specified in the current documentation, suggesting that interested parties would need to review the full request for proposal (RFP) documentation for precise budget parameters. Potential respondents should anticipate possible integration requirements with existing unemployment insurance infrastructure and data systems within Denver County and the broader Colorado state workforce development framework. Interested organizations will likely need to provide comprehensive qualifications, demonstrate relevant past performance, and showcase a robust methodology for conducting the proposed RESEA program study.