Request for Proposals
Request for Quotes (RFQ) and Request for Proposals (RFP)
Notice:
Resource support for participants in the Inspire Bridges to Employment (BTE) Grant Program
Covering the period of June 1, 2026-September 30, 2028
ISSUE DATE: March 5, 2026 RESPONSE DEADLINE: April 3, 2026
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Please find the questions and answers below:
It seems unusual that the match it greater than the amount of funding to be awarded. We'd wondered why the match isn't, at least, the same amount of the grant award. The initial provision of services was from a sole source however due to staff changes, they ae not able to provide the needed services. It was also their commitment to provide $155,957 of in kind. Our grant award is based on this amount of in kind. Is there an anticipated funding source or continuation plan for the program after the grant period ends if outcomes are successful? This program is designed with long-term sustainability in mind. In addition to initial funding, CSSWFNY plans to: • Seek additional partnerships with local employers, government agencies, and community organizations to continue funding and support. • Pursue federal, state, and private funding opportunities as they become available to maintain program operations and expand service offerings. • Use Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) dollars, as appropriate, to absorb some of the future program costs What organizations will be responsible for referring participants to the Success Coach, and what is the estimated referral volume per year? Community organizations partnering on this initiative are: Steuben County Alcohol and Substance Abuse, Bridge to Hope Center, IHS, Casa Trinity, CCC, Alliance for Empowerment, AIM Independent Living Center, Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston, Arbor House and Capabilities. Referrals will come from these partners in addition to CSS's system programs. Referrals will go to CSS's Employment Specialist, who will vet referrals and then refer to the Success Coach. As the grant evolves it is expected that this community partnership will expand. Expected referrals to the Success Coach will be slightly over 60 per year if an agency is applying to cover Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben counties. If applying to cover just Schuyler and Chemung Counties, then referrals will be slightly over 30 per year. What is the expected caseload for the Success Coach and how many participants should be served annually? Expected caseload for the Success Coach will be slightly over 60 per year if an agency is applying to cover Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben counties. If applying to cover just Schuyler and Chemung Counties, then referrals will be slightly over 30 per year. What specific performance metrics will be used to evaluate program success (employment placement, retention, length of employment, etc.)? Businesses Served (Output) Businesses Improved (Outcome)
1. 125 businesses will attend workshops/ training for Recovery Ready Workplace. 2. 30 businesses will utilize Success Coach model. | 1. 50 businesses will enroll in BTE Program. 2. 75% employee retention for businesses who utilize Success Coach model. | Individuals Served (Output) | Individuals Improved (Outcome) | 1. 200 individuals will receive career counseling, job readiness skills training and/or job placement assistance. 2. 60 individuals will receive vocational training. 3. 150 individuals will receive wrap-around services. | 1(a). 120 individuals will obtain employment 1(b). 90 individuals will retain employment for 1 year. 2(a). 54 individuals will complete training. 2(b). 46 individuals will obtain employment after training. 3. 113 individuals who obtain/retain employment after receiving services. |
7. Will the Success Coach be expected to provide recovery-specific services, or primarily connect participants to existing recovery resources in the community? The Success Coach will not be expected to provide recovery-specific services but is to primarily connect participants to existing recovery and other needed resources in the community in order to stabilize their employment. The Success Coach is the liaison between the business and the employee, so establishing a good working partnership with the business is critical. The Success Coach will also assist the Employment Specialist in developing and implementing business workshops.
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