When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 18, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $60,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Chicago Transit Authority. The work is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced workforce development or training organizations. Proven track record delivering pre-apprenticeship programs in construction or related trades. Ability to offer comprehensive support services (childcare, transportation, counseling). Strong recruitment and participant management capabilities. Established relationships with apprenticeship sponsors and industry partners. Presence or operations within the Chicago metropolitan area.

Workforce Pre-Apprenticeship Partner Service (Due June 30, 2026)

Overview

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Chicago, Illinois, United StatesPosted: June 3rd, 2026Deadline: June 30th, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City of Chicago seeks a qualified provider to deliver comprehensive pre-apprenticeship workforce training, recruitment, and supportive services in the construction trades sector.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have at least 5 years of experience in workforce pre-apprenticeship programs and/or construction
Must have at least 3 years of experience within the workforce development space
Must be able to provide barrier reduction services
Must have a process plan for recruiting, retaining, and training candidates
Must be able to advance candidates from pre-apprenticeship training into USDOL Apprentice Programs
Must provide audited financial statements for the past three years
Must be able to provide electronic submission through the E-Procurement Platform

BUDGET

Estimate

$60,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Pre-Proposal Meeting: June 16th, 2026

Questions Deadline: June 18th, 2026

Proposal Due Date: June 30th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 18th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Chicago Transit Authority

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority located in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a qualified partner to provide comprehensive workforce pre-apprenticeship services, with particular emphasis on the construction trades. The purpose is to select organizations that can deliver workforce development and training, as well as establish career pathways within high-demand sector industries. The selected Consultant(s) will be responsible for identifying, recruiting, preparing, and managing participants from throughout the agency's service area, ensuring alignment with workforce goal requirements.

The ideal program will incorporate strategies that boost recruitment, participation, and retention of program participants. Services should include providing education and pre-vocational training to help participants achieve minimum qualifications for entry into Registered Apprenticeship programs. Additional required services involve introducing participants to apprenticeship opportunities, assisting with applications to Registered Apprenticeship programs, and offering support services such as childcare, transportation, counseling, and connections to career resources.

Participants must receive hands-on experiences simulating actual trade work under appropriate supervision and safety standards. Where possible, formal agreements with apprenticeship sponsors should facilitate entry into Registered Apprenticeship programs once pre-apprenticeship training is completed. The contract period for the selected organization will be three years.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 18, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $60,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Chicago Transit Authority. The work is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced workforce development or training organizations
Proven track record delivering pre-apprenticeship programs in construction or related trades
Ability to offer comprehensive support services (childcare, transportation, counseling)
Strong recruitment and participant management capabilities
Established relationships with apprenticeship sponsors and industry partners
Presence or operations within the Chicago metropolitan area

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