Sierra Jobs First Industrial Arts Training Program Feasibility Study – RFP Announcement

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RFP Announcement

RCRC has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to conduct a feasibility study to evaluate the development of a regionally accessible and industry-aligned training program in the industrial arts. The overarching goal of the initiative is to build a sustainable workforce pipeline that supports middle-skill, family-sustaining jobs across the Sierra region. However, the initial development and feasibility study will be centered in Amador County, in partnership with Amador College Connect (ACC).

RCRC released RFP # 2025-RCRC-SJF on November 3, 2025. Find the RFP in the “Documents” section below.

Interested parties must submit a Notice of Intent to Respond by 5:00 P.M. Pacific Time on November 14, 2025, in order to participate in this RFP process. Final proposals must be received by 5:00 P.M. Pacific Time on December 3, 2025. Late submissions will not be considered.

Please direct all questions via email to Bob Burris (bburris@rcrcnet.org) and Jason Hansen (jhansen@rcrcnet.org). Answers to all questions will be shared with interested parties in accordance with the schedule outlined in the RFP.

Documents

Request For Proposals (RFP)

Background

The Sierra Jobs First (SJF) Industrial Arts Training Program was established to address persistent educational and workforce development gaps in the seven-county SJF region—comprising Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Inyo, Mariposa, Mono, and Tuolumne Counties. These counties face significant barriers to postsecondary education access and job training, particularly in high-demand sectors such as advanced manufacturing, construction trades, and green energy.

Funded through the California Jobs First Catalyst Program, the initiative is entering an exploratory phase to assess the feasibility of developing a regionally accessible and industry-aligned training program in the industrial arts. The overarching goal of the initiative is to build a sustainable workforce pipeline that supports middle-skill, family-sustaining jobs across the Sierra region. However, the initial development and feasibility study will be centered in Amador County, in partnership with Amador College Connect (ACC). The consultant selected through this RFP will work closely with ACC to evaluate local infrastructure, engage stakeholders, and design a pilot program that primarily serves graduating high school students in Amador County, with the intent of expanding access regionally through partnerships in neighboring counties.