Requests for Proposals
The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin (WDBSCW) periodically releases Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to identify qualified partners who can help deliver workforce development services and projects across the region. These competitive funding opportunities support initiatives aimed at strengthening the local talent pipeline, expanding access to employment and training, and meeting the workforce needs of businesses and job seekers.
On this page, you will find current and upcoming RFPs, key dates, and instructions for submitting proposals. Organizations with experience in workforce development, education, community services, or related areas are encouraged to apply.
New opportunities will be posted here as they become available.
WIOA Title I-B Adult, Dislocated Worker & Youth Services
Request for Proposals
Issue Date: March 11, 2026
Letter of Intent Due Date: March 20, 2026, 12:00 p.m. CDT
Proposal Due Date: April 22, 2026, 3:00 p.m. CDT
The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin (WDBSCW) is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to deliver WIOA Title I‑B Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth services across the region, which includes Columbia, Dane, Dodge, Marquette, Jefferson, and Sauk Counties.
This opportunity is intended for organizations with the capacity, experience, and community partnerships necessary to provide high‑quality, year‑round workforce services to both jobseekers and businesses. Selected provider(s) will be responsible for engaging employers to understand and support regional talent needs, while also delivering WIOA services that help individuals pursue economic self‑sufficiency, career advancement, and long‑term employment success.
The WDBSCW is seeking partners committed to collaboration, service excellence, and innovative approaches that strengthen the workforce ecosystem throughout the south‑central region.
The WDBSCW reserves the right to modify any of the actual or proposed dates in the timeline.
WIOA Title I-B One-Stop Operator Services
Request for Proposals
Issue Date: March 11, 2026
Letter of Intent Due Date: March 20, 2026, 12:00 p.m. CDT
Proposal Due Date: April 22, 2026, 3:00 p.m. CDT
The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin (WDBSCW) is accepting proposals from qualified organizations to serve as the WIOA Title I‑B One‑Stop Operator for the south‑central region. The selected organization will coordinate the service delivery of required One‑Stop partners across Columbia, Dane, Dodge, Marquette, Jefferson, and Sauk Counties, ensuring that the workforce system operates efficiently, collaboratively, and in alignment with WIOA regulations.
This opportunity is designed for organizations with the capacity, administrative expertise, and regional partnerships needed to manage One‑Stop operations, facilitate partner collaboration, and support a seamless service experience for jobseekers and employers. The chosen Operator will be responsible for system coordination—not direct service delivery—including convening partners, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring accessibility and compliance across the One‑Stop network.
RFP Resources
Resources
WDBSCW Program Year 2024 Data Book
Questions
Direct all questions to procurement@wdbscw.org by April 8, 2026, 12:00 p.m. CDT. Answers will be posted publicly at www.wdbscw.org/requests-for-proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we submit for more than one RFP?
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Yes, entities may apply for one or more RFP.
How much does it cost to rent office or cubicle space at the Job Center?
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Jefferson County charges $860 per month for one office space.
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Dane County charges $190 per month for an office or cubicle.
How much funding is reserved by the WDBSCW for WIOA participant training and support services?
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Approximately $356,000 is reserved in training funds and nearly $192,000 in supportive funds for eligible Adult and Dislocated Worker participants.
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Approximately $157,000 is reserved in training funds and $106,000 in supportive services funds for eligible Youth program participants.