Requests for Proposals

SCWDB Issues RFP for Kentucky AI Workforce Readiness Network

The South Central Workforce Development Board is accepting proposals from qualified organizations to design, deliver, maintain and continuously improve live, instructor-led artificial intelligence training for eligible dislocated workers participating in the proposed Kentucky AI Workforce Readiness Network.

The selected contractor will provide two short-duration training services: an AI Industry Accelerator with occupational pathways in manufacturing, construction, logistics, healthcare and business operations, and an AI-Powered Career Readiness workshop. Training must be available both in person and through live remote instruction.

Proposals must be received by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on Friday, September 18, 2026.

Written questions are due by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on August 28, 2026.

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Questions and proposals must be submitted to contact@southcentralworkforce.com

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

KENTUCKY AI WORKFORCE READINESS NETWORK

AI INDUSTRY ACCELERATOR AND AI-POWERED CAREER READINESS TRAINING SERVICES

U.S. Department of Labor Rapid Reskill Employment Recovery National Dislocated Worker Grant (Reskill DWG)

For eligible dislocated workers participating in the proposed Kentucky AI Workforce Readiness Network

RFP RELEASE DATE: AUGUST 14, 2026

QUESTIONS IN WRITING DUE: AUGUST 28, 2026, 4:00 P.M. CENTRAL TIME

RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS / ADDENDA POSTED: SEPTEMBER 4, 2026

PROPOSALS DUE: SEPTEMBER 18, 2026, 4:00 P.M. CENTRAL TIME

EVALUATION AND OPTIONAL INTERVIEWS / DEMONSTRATIONS: SEPTEMBER 21–OCTOBER 2, 2026

ANTICIPATED NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD: OCTOBER 2026

CONTRACT NEGOTIATION AND EXECUTION: FOLLOWING GRANT AWARD AND REQUIRED APPROVALS

SERVICE LAUNCH: WITHIN 30 CALENDAR DAYS AFTER WRITTEN NOTICE TO PROCEED

Anticipated Contract Term: Upon written notice to proceed through June 30, 2029, with renewal or extension options subject to funding, performance, and approval.

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SCWDB Issues RFP for AI-Powered Career Readiness Workshop Services

The South Central Workforce Development Board is accepting proposals from qualified organizations to design and deliver a hands-on career-readiness workshop that teaches eligible job seekers how to use artificial intelligence responsibly and effectively during the job-search process.

The workshop will address AI-supported job-search strategy, resumes, applications, professional communication, interview preparation, safe prompting, privacy, accuracy and ethical use.

Proposals must be received by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on Friday, August 21, 2026.

Written questions are due by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on August 7, 2026.

View and download the complete RFP below.

Questions and proposals must be submitted to contact@southcentralworkforce.com

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

FOR AI-POWERED CAREER READINESS WORKSHOP SERVICES

Employment Recovery National Dislocated Worker Grant

For eligible participants referred through the Kentucky Career Center and RESEA partnership

RFP RELEASE DATE: JULY 31, 2026

QUESTIONS IN WRITING DUE: AUGUST 7, 2026, 4:00 P.M. CENTRAL TIME

RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS POSTED: AUGUST 12, 2026

PROPOSALS DUE: AUGUST 21, 2026, 4:00 P.M. CENTRAL TIME

EVALUATION PERIOD / INTERVIEWS IF NEEDED: AUGUST 24–28, 2026

NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD: AUGUST 31, 2026

CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS AND APPROVALS: SEPTEMBER 1–11, 2026

CONTRACTOR START DATE AND PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION: SEPTEMBER 14, 2026

Anticipated Contract Term: September 14, 2026 through June 30, 2027, subject to award, negotiation, funding, and required approvals.

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CONTACT:

Jessica Calvert, Quality Control Coordinator

2355 Nashville Rd., Suite C101

Bowling Green, KY 42101

270.745.3905

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