Notice Details

The Department of Social Services (DSS) Career Services is requesting a Negotiated Acquisition Extension (NAE) to extend the contract with East River Development Alliance Inc. for 15 months to provide more time to release a new RFP. This additional time is vital to ensure continuity of services of assisting New York clients ages 18 to 24 in Queens to obtain and maintain employment. The Career Services’ Career Pathways/Youth Pathways approach connects progressive levels of education, training, support services, and credentials, working with employers to grow a pipeline of skilled workers for in-demand occupations. The program provides care, education, and training services and helps find programs, including internships and community service, tailored to the needs of a younger population. Contract Term: 04/01/24-06/30/25. Contract Amount:  $2,730,708.73. This procurement is in accordance with PPB Rule Section 3-01 (d)(2)(vii) for the reasons set forth herein.