Award Recommendation for RFP 25*2514 Labor Exchange

The State of Michigan’s Department of Technology, Management, & Budget (DTMB) issued an RFP to modernize its Labor Exchange system – a platform that lets employers post jobs, job seekers apply, and connects users to workforce development programs. After a competitive evaluation of ten bidders, the award recommendation was made to Career Team for a total contract value of $7,175,220, pending State Administrative Board approval. The contract spans a five‑year base period with up to three one‑year renewal options, and includes licensing, implementation, and support components. The award reflects the highest technical score and best value based on system functionality, AI‑driven resume tools, multi‑modal training, and integration capabilities. • Awarded to: Career Team (2 Enterprise Drive, Shelton, CT 06484) • Contract value: $7,175,220 (base 5‑year term) • Contract term: 5 years, with up to 3 optional one‑year renewals • Scope: Design, develop, host, and support a modern Labor Exchange platform with AI‑assisted resume/cover‑letter generation, customizable dashboards, integration with existing state systems, and comprehensive training resources • Evaluation: Technical score 95.59 / 100, highest among bidders; price evaluated after technical pass • Award notice date: 2026‑10‑07 (Notice of Intent to Award) • Primary contact: Robin Lampert, Solicitation Manager, (517) 582‑2746, [email protected] • Original RFP posting: 2025‑07‑24; proposal deadline: 2025‑09‑12 • No pre‑bid meeting or site‑visit requirements were specified in the documents.