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2009 Comprehensive Workforce Training Grant Program
Pre-Proposal Conference
Welcome
How To Apply…
AgendaAgenda
Quick Facts and Timeline Application Review Rating Process Closing
QUESTIONSQUESTIONSQ & A
Questions that require clarification or amendments to the RFP
Posted to www.rihric.com
January 21, 2009
2009 Grant Program2009 Grant ProgramMaximum Award is
$50,00050% Employer Match
Required1 Year Program
Bonus PointsBonus PointsFive Bonus Points PossibleOrganizations Representing High
Wage IndustriesHigh Wage Industries Based on
NAICS Code
Bonus PointsBonus PointsNAICS Codes
(North American Industry Classification System)
Information Code 51 Finance and Insurance Code 52 Wholesale Trade Code 42 Professional, Scientific Code 54
and Business Services Construction Code 23 Manufacturing Code 31-
33
Labor Market Information Unit
462-8760
Eligibility Eligibility RequirementsRequirements
All Rhode Island Employers Who Contribute to the Job Development Fund
For-Profit or Non-ProfitDivision of Taxation….574-8785
Not a Comprehensive Grant Recipient in 2008
Eligibility Eligibility RequirementsRequirements
Labor Organizations and Trade Associations Eligible - Member Companies Must Contribute to the JDF
Current On All RI Tax Obligations
Eligibility RequirementsEligibility Requirements
In Good Standing With Workforce Regulation and Safety
Not Be Debarred From Contracting With An Agency That Administers Federal Funds
Volunteers/Board Members Are Not Eligible
2009 Timeline2009 Timeline December 22, 2008 RFP Released January 7, 2008 Ad in News Paper January 13, 2009 Pre-Proposal Conf. February 6, 2009 Proposals Due Feb. 13, 2009 Rater Training March 2 & 4, 2009 Rater Review March 12, 2009 Board Approval March 13, 2009 Awards Announced April 1, 2009 Proposed Start Date
Application Review
Proposal Cover SheetProposal Cover Sheet
Name, Address, Contact Information
Tax ID #’s (Federal and State) Industry Sector (Name & Code)
Proposal Cover SheetProposal Cover Sheet
Applicant ProfileTotal Request of Grant FundsProducts/Services
Check List and Check List and CertificationCertification
Proposal Submittal Check List
Certification/Signature
Narrative Section
The Executive SummaryThe Executive Summary(5 Points)(5 Points)
Stand Alone DescriptionSummarize the ProgramMany Reviewers Read This
First
Needs StatementNeeds Statement(10 Points)(10 Points)
What Are Your Current Workforce Challenges?
Needs StatementNeeds Statement(10 Points)(10 Points)
How will the training enable you to
improve your organization’s?ProductivityCompetitivenessContinuous Improvement
ProgramProgram(40 (40 BIG ONES)BIG ONES)
Who, What, Where, WhenStart/End Dates of TrainingBrief But Concise DescriptionsBe Specific on Training Programs
Outcomes / EvaluationOutcomes / Evaluation(25 Points)(25 Points)
List the Intended Outcomes of the Training
Include How the Training Will Be Evaluated Using Quantifiable Measures
Define Measure of Success Used to Evaluate Training Programs
Outcomes/EvaluationOutcomes/Evaluation
Who Will Conduct the Evaluation?
Explain How Results Will Be Used to Improve Company Processes
Up to 10% of Total Grant Award Can Be Used for Evaluation Purposes
Budget and Budget NarrativeBudget and Budget Narrative (20 Points) (20 Points)
$50,000 MaximumMust Correspond to Program
SectionClear, Easy to Follow, Correct
Math Budget Narrative
Allowable Grant Allowable Grant Fund ExpensesFund Expenses
Tuition and Training Provider Fees
Training Materials and Supplies
Software Used 100% For Training Activities
Allowable Grant Allowable Grant ExpensesExpenses
Internal Trainer WagesHourly Rate – Excluding
BenefitsCurriculum DevelopmentCost of Evaluating Training
Unallowable Grant Unallowable Grant ExpensesExpenses
Equipment Including Hardware and Software
Lost Worker ProductivityGrant Preparation or
Administrative Costs
Unallowable GrantUnallowable GrantExpensesExpenses
Travel Expenses, Meeting Space, Lodging, Food
Wages for Employees While in Training and Fringe Benefits
Budget FormatBudget FormatName of TrainingTotal Cost of Training 100%Grant Funds Requested 50%Applicant’s Cost 50%Quarterly Reimbursement
Budget NarrativeBudget Narrative
Written Break-Down of Budget Costs
Explains How Costs Were Determined
Assists Raters to Score Proposal
Initial ReviewInitial Review Submitted on Time 1 Original & 7 Copies Check List Grant Proposal Cover Sheet Certification Page General Provisions Grant Provisions Completed W-9 Form
Review ProcessReview ProcessDetermines Who Will Be
FundedVolunteers from Private, Non-
Profit and Public SectorsTraining, Teams, Discussion,
Review
Point SystemPoint SystemRead, Rated and ScoredHighest / Lowest Discarded Remaining Scores AveragedRanked by ScoreListed With Amounts RequestedGovernor’s Workforce Board
Approval
Wrap-UpWrap-UpProposal Submission
Deadline : February 6th at 4:00 p.m.No ExceptionsGWB RI Office: 1511 Pontiac Avenue,
Bldg. 72-2, Cranston, RI 029201 with Original Signature; 7 Copies No Faxes or Emails Accepted
COMPLETE PROPOSALCOMPLETE PROPOSAL
Check List Grant Proposal Cover SheetSigned Certification PageExecutive SummaryNeeds Statement
COMPLETE PROPOSALCOMPLETE PROPOSALProgram NarrativeOutcomes and EvaluationBudget Detail/Planned Quarterly
ReimbursementBudget Narrative
COMPLETE PROPOSALCOMPLETE PROPOSAL
Grant Provisions General Provisions Signed W-9
E-VERIFY COMPLIANCE
GOODLUCK !!
