Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Youth Service Provider

Project Overview

SCPa Works seeks a results-driven provider to administer the delivery of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Youth Development Program (YDP) (herein referred to as TANF Youth) services throughout the eight-county South Central Pennsylvania region. The selected provider(s) will partner within the PA CareerLink® system. The focus of this project is grounded in the creation and implementation of workforce development strategies that reach youth populations within communities and local youth-based organizations and institutions. Integrated, solution-based strategies, coupled with public positioning, are key to the success of this project. The selected provider(s) will create engaging program design models and address the holistic needs of this ever-evolving client base.

The quantified expectation of this grant opportunity is to serve and place youth participants ages 14-24 with work-based learning employers or training providers for six weeks. The work-based learning opportunities provide experience in high-priority occupations, intending to expand youth responsibilities, skill sets, and general confidence within the chosen field of interest.

The TANF Youth service provider will illustrate a dedicated performance in developing and delivering quantifiable outreach strategies and services to youth populations throughout the South Central PA region. The chosen provider or providers will ensure that enrollment documents are obtained for onboarding while engaging youth participants in designated programming, including the provision of workforce development activities prior to the start of the formal, work-based learning placements. SCPa Works requires contracted service providers to consistently accelerate the implementation of innovative, solution-based concepts to ensure that youth participants are equipped for success when matched with employers and training providers. SCPa Works maintains a stringent expectation that all TANF Youth participants remain successfully engaged in work-based programming through to the pre-established end date of program completion.

Issued: October 3, 2025

Proposals Due By: October 30, 2025

Bidders Conference Questions Due: October 10, 2025

Bidders Conference: October 14, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

            This Bidder’s Conference is intended for bidders NOT from a SCHOOL DISTRICT

            Bidders’ Conference Details:

            Date: 10:00 a.m. on October 14, 2025

            Meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82977910034
            Meeting ID: 829 7791 0034

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            This Bidder’s Conference is intended for bidders from a SCHOOL DISTRICT

            Bidders’ Conference Details:

            Date: 3:30 p.m. on October 14, 2025

            Meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89985737869

            Meeting ID: 899 8573 7869

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Notice of Intent Due: October 17, 2025

Review: November 10, 2025 – November 13, 2025

Executive Committee Approval: December 18, 2025

 Anticipated Award Notification:  December 18, 2025

Contract Start Date: January 1, 2026

Contract End Date: June 30, 2026