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Authorize negotiation and execution of a contract with Capital Investing In Development & Employment Of Adults Inc. d/b/a Capital IDEA to provide workforce development services related to the American Rescue Plan Act, for a term of three years in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000.
(Note: This procurement was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9C Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the services required for this procurement, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established).
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Lead Department
Financial Services Department.
Client Department(s)
Economic Development Department.
Fiscal Note
Funding is available from the U.S. Department of Treasury, American Rescue Plan.
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Professional Service.
For More Information:
Inquiries should be directed to Brenita Wilkison, at 512-974-3164 or brenita.selement@austintexas.gov.
Additional Backup Information:
The contract will deliver training and supportive services to 30 students that are nontraditional, low income, and pursuing a career in the high demand field of healthcare.
Of Capital IDEA's 887 students, 47% aspire to be nurses. With high starting salaries, benefits, and opportunities for advancement, a career in nursing represents a lucrative opportunity for the economic advancement of low-income adults. Additionally, the demand for Registered Nurses in the community far outweighs the local supply. Capital IDEA will focus its efforts on helping its students obtain an Associate Degree in Nursing. It offers starting salaries of more than $50,000 annually and is an academic gateway that can lead to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and beyond. Austin Community College (ACC) is the primary local institution offering, and they continue to be a crucial partner in fulfilling Austin's regional workforce needs.
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