County of Chemung Youth Employment Program Services in Elmira, NY

The County of Chemung requires a vendor to provide Youth Employment Program services in Elmira, NY. Program operators must deliver paid employment as the core component for at least 80% of enrolled youth, who must be current Family Assistance recipients. Non-employment activities such as career exploration, mentoring, and financial literacy training are limited to 20% of hourly participation for participants, with financial literacy required annually for all youth. Vendors must also adhere to strict participant confidentiality, data security, breach reporting, and record retention protocols. Only onshore US organizations are eligible to bid. Proposals can be submitted in hard copy or electronically via the Empire State Bid System by 2:00 P.M. on December 3, 2026. All questions must be submitted no later than November 23, 2026. The resulting contract term will last for two years, and contractors must maintain required professional, general, automobile, and workers' compensation liability insurances.