When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 31, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 12, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $1,900,000.

It was issued by Minnesota Department Of Human Services. The work is located in Minnesota, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Expertise in employment systems and technical assistance. Proven track record working with government or public sector clients. Experience in workforce development, equity initiatives, and cross-agency collaboration. Capacity to deliver training, data-driven consultation, and organizational development. Established presence or partnerships in Minnesota or the Midwest.

Employment First Technical Assistance Services (Due July 31, 2026)

Overview

Education, Training & Libraries

Minnesota, United StatesPosted: June 2nd, 2026Deadline: July 31st, 2026

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SUMMARY

Minnesota seeks a vendor to deliver comprehensive Employment First technical assistance services, including leadership, workforce training, equity, and systems collaboration.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

BUDGET

Verified

$1,900,000

CONTRACT DURATION

17 months

TIMELINE

Questions due by June 12th, 2026.

Answers posted by June 18th, 2026.

Proposals due by July 31st, 2026.

Contract start date February 1st, 2027.

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 12th, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Minnesota Department Of Human Services

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Minnesota is seeking a vendor to provide Employment First technical assistance services across a range of areas. Key service components include governance and strategic leadership, organizational capacity and infrastructure development, systems alignment, and fostering cross-agency partnerships.

Vendors should also focus on engagement strategies, co-design processes, equity and cultural responsiveness initiatives, and data-informed planning and needs assessment. Additional responsibilities include the design and delivery of technical assistance, workforce capacity building and training, communication, outreach and public engagement, knowledge management, resource development, and efforts towards monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement.

The initiative aims to strengthen employment systems for individuals, prioritize collaborative approaches, and ensure inclusive and effective service delivery.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 31, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 12, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $1,900,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Minnesota Department Of Human Services. The work is located in Minnesota, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Expertise in employment systems and technical assistance
Proven track record working with government or public sector clients
Experience in workforce development, equity initiatives, and cross-agency collaboration
Capacity to deliver training, data-driven consultation, and organizational development
Established presence or partnerships in Minnesota or the Midwest

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