BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Workforce Solutions periodically issues requests for proposals soliciting service providers and contractors to operate Workforce Solutions careers, deliver workforce program services, and to provide various administrative services.

Additionally, we have an open enrollment process for schools, education and training providers interested in being part of our network of approved basic and occupational skills training vendors.

If you would like register to be placed on our non-education and training vendor list to receive notification of procurements, please click here.

To view current procurements, please click here.

Workforce Solutions accepts applications from providers interested in providing occupational skills training to individuals enrolled under the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) using the Texas Workforce Commission's (TWC) Eligible Training Provider System (ETPS) application process. We will only approve training programs that prepare people for employment in occupations on the Workforce Solutions list of targeted occupations.

Click here to view our list of approved occupations.

Programs must award a competency-based credential (such as a certificate, degree or industry recognized certification/credential). Minimum performance standards have been established for initial eligibility under the ETPS:

• Program Completion Rate: 70%
• Program Employment Rate: 70%
•  Average Employment Wage: $11.00/hour OR 80% of the SOCRATES statewide average entry-level hourly wage, whichever is higher 

Click here to review Workforce Solutions’ local standards and guidelines for training providers offering occupational skills training. 

Click here for application information for the TWC Eligible Training Provider System. 

For information regarding training provider requirements and eligibility, you may also contact Sandra Valenzuela at 512.597.7125.  

Training Providers (Occupational Skills) – Non WIA Workforce Programs 

Workforce Solutions has an open application process for schools, education and training providers to provide short-term occupational skills training to individuals enrolled in non-WIA funded workforce programs.  Generally, short-term training is training that can be completed in less than 6 months and prepares individuals for entry level employment in demand occupations. 

Click here for a list of Workforce Solutions approved demand occupations. 

How to become an occupational skills  training provider for non-WIA workforce programs. 

1. Please click here to review the Standards and Guidelines for becoming an occupational skills training provider for non-WIA workforce programs.
2. Click here for instructions on submitting an application.
3. Click here for a copy of the application to provide occupational skills training for non-WIA workforce programs. 

For additional information, contact Sandra Valenzuela at 512.597.7125.  

Basic Skills Training 

Workforce Solutions has an open application process for schools, education and training providers to provide basic skills training enrolled in WIA and non-WIA workforce programs. 

Services include: 

Basic Education - instruction in literacy skills such as reading, writing and math, and how to apply these skills in the workplace.    Training is designed to increase the functional skill levels of those with basic skill deficiencies and to enhance their employability. 

GED (High School Equivalency) Preparation – instruction designed to prepare individuals (high school dropouts or individuals lacking a high school diploma)  to test for GED certification. 

English-as-a-Second Language – instruction designed to help non-English and limited English speaking customers become sufficiently functional in English to enhance their employability.  Such training should have a workplace context. 

Computer Skills – non-job specific computer skills from introductory courses on how to use a computer to specific software products such as the Micosoft Office Suite. 

How to apply to become a provider offering basic skills and/or short-term pre-vocational intensive services: 

1. Please click here to review Workforce Solutions’ standards and guidelines for providing basic skills and/or short-term pre-vocational intensive services.
2. Click here for instructions on submitting an application.
3. Click here for a copy of the application to provide basic skills and/or short-term pre-vocational intensive services. 

For additional information, contact Yael Trevino at 512.597.7108. 

Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available, upon request, to persons with disabilities. Relay Texas: 800.735.2989 (TDD) / 711 (Voice).