Market Assessment and Workforce Development Plan RFP

All submissions must be made via email by April 19th, 2024 to be eligible for consideration.

Full RFP details can be found here.

This project will develop a workforce development strategy for the mining technologies industry in Rapid City, SD. The project is part of the Economic Development Administration's Tech Hubs program, respondents to this RFP should be qualified and eligible to work on federally-funded projects. The strategy should help Rapid City and the Black Hills Region apply for and achieve designation status as an EDA Tech Hub. This plan should establish global and local market trends, workforce requirements and the industry jobs of the future, and strategies and recommendations to maintain and improve the region's continued competitiveness in the industry.

The Market Assessment and Workforce Development Plan RFP is being published in conjunction with a request for proposals for a place-based innovation strategy and Innovation District plan. The market assessment and workforce needs and employment projections developed as a result of this project are intended to help inform the Innovation District planning efforts. Qualified firms are encouraged to submit responses to both RFPs. The workforce of future industries will require coordinated investments in education, research, and workforce skilling initiatives.

The program seeks to develop an inclusive employment sector that provides opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds. The Plan should help decision-makers coordinate investments to ensure the long-term workforce pipelines aligns with the needs of the industry.

1. Market Assessment
2. Workforce Supply Analysis
3. Industry Demand Analysis
4. Gap Analysis
5. Strategies & Recommendations