URBAN GREENING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRAINING PROGRAM

The City of Vallejo is seeking a qualified organization to design, develop, and deliver an Urban Greening Workforce Development Training Program that prepares local residents for entry‑level jobs in horticulture, arboriculture, irrigation, and landscape maintenance. The contractor will be responsible for recruitment, curriculum creation, safety training, credentialing, hands‑on field activities, paid work‑based learning placements, and partnership development with municipal and private employers, all while emphasizing environmental justice and equity. The program is funded up to $550,000 and must be completed by June 30 2029. • Design and implement a blended classroom/field curriculum covering tree planting, irrigation, canopy management, and landscape maintenance. • Provide safety training, industry‑recognized credentials, and paid work‑based learning opportunities for participants. • Recruit Vallejo residents (especially underserved groups), engage local employers, and deliver measurable outcomes such as training completions, credential earners, and job placements.