Addendum #1

1. Q: Will Lake County accept vendor-developed micro-credentials, or do they require alignment with established credentialing bodies (e.g., CompTIA, SHRM, Coursera)?

• A: The RFP leaves open the opportunity for vendor micro credentialling and industry recognized credentialing

2. Q: Is there a preferred balance between onsite, hybrid, and asynchronous training modules and are vendors expected to provide a proprietary e-learning platform, or may we utilize third-party platforms (e.g., Thinkific, Teachable) to deliver content?

• A: The RFP request a hybrid approach to address the various scope of work elements that requires Onsite training/workshops is imperative, along with hybrid and asynchronous options that address the scope of work elements. The vendors should be prepared to provide onsite (Vendor should not expect to provide distance learning as their main option due to their location or proximity), remote, and aspects of asynchronous as well. There is no proprietary requirement as it pertains to e-learning. Third party platforms can be an option if they have third party approvals/licenses (if required by the 3^rd party)

3. Q: For the career pathway requirement, is Lake County primarily seeking educational pathway mapping (curriculum, credentials, progression) or are direct employment placement outcomes expected as part of the contract?

• A: The RFP is seeking educational pathway mapping as stated- curriculum, credential, and progression. There are no direct employment placement outcomes expected even though they may naturally occur due to the skill upgrade. We may track if job seekers secure employment based off surveys.

Addendum #2

1. Q: What is the budget for this Project?

• A: The RFP reads: Funding Availability Based on total available funds, the Lake County Workforce Development Board (LCWDB) will award up to and not to exceed $100,000 in WIOA funding

2. Q: What was the annual spend for the previous year on this Project?

• A: The WIOA Artificial Intelligence Implementation and Integration of Services RFP is a new RFP. There was no previous AI Project.

3. Q: If this is a new Contract, What is the annual Budget for this?

• A: The RFP reads: This contract shall be in effect for an 18-month period, ending on June 1, 2027. The County reserves the right to renew the contract an additional 1-year term, contingent upon acceptable performance by the Proposer and the appropriation of sufficient funds.

4. Q: Are you open to a hybrid delivery model with a mix of offshore and onshore resources?

• A: The RFP reads: Foundational training modules, offered in both onsite and hybrid formats.

5. Q: Can you please provide us with the extension to submit our response by 1-2 weeks.

• A: The RFP reads: BID/RFP Due Date*: Monday, September 15th, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CST. There are no RFP extensions currently.