Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board

Resources

Procurement

Request for Proposals (RFP)

The Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board, as fiscal agent for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds, periodically releases grants to assist employers and organizations to meet the workforce developments needs of the local area.

 
currently available RFPs:
Previous RFPs:

2025

  • Westmoreland-Fayette Business Education Partnership (BEP) VI Grant | Goal 2:  Open PDF
  • Westmoreland-Fayette Business Education Partnership (BEP) VI Grant: Open PDF
  • WIOA Youth/Young Adult Employment and Training Program Proposal: Open PDF
  • Re-released Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act for One-Stop Operator and/or Title I Career Services Provider: Open PDF

2024

  • Experience Works! Youth Work Experience Program: open PDF
  • Summer Youth Career Readiness Program: open PDF

2023

2022

  • “Experience Works!” Youth Work Experience Program: open PDF
  • TANF Career Readiness Program 2022: open PDF
  • Westmoreland-Fayette Youth Re-Entry RFP: open PDF
  • WF-BEP IV RFP: open PDF

2021

  • BEP III Grant 2021: open PDF
  • WIOA Youth Employment & Training Programs 2021: open PDF
Request for Bids (RFB)

The Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board, as a WIOA fiscal agent, is responsible for implementing formal bidding procedures for certain services related to its workforce development efforts.

The following RFBs are available:
Previous RFBs:

2023

2022

    REquest for quotes (RFQ)

    The Board asks entities to submit quotes on services or supplies.

    The following RFQs are available:

    We do not currently have any RFQs available at this time. Please check back soon!

    Youth Resources

    Current Youth Programs funded by the Westmoreland- Fayette Workforce Investment Board

    In-School Youth (ISY)

    German American Chamber of Commerce Pittsburgh Chapter: Pre-Apprenticeship Apprenticeship Program – Westmoreland County
    A pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship opportunity for local high school youth to gain relevant, paid experience in the industry of manufacturing.

    Pittsburgh Chapter NTMF: SWPA BotsIQ’s Developing Manufacturing’s Future Workforce – Westmoreland & Fayette County
    An introduction to high priority advanced manufacturing and robotics careers for students in Fayette and Westmoreland Counties. Activities will include hands-on lessons, career exploration activities, and technical training.

    PIC: R.I.S.E. ISY Program – ISY Westmoreland & Fayette County
    This program offers seniors at Fayette County Career & Technical Institute and Central Westmoreland County Career & Technical Center the opportunity to complete 20 hours of career exploration and soft-skill development and a 180-hour paid work experience in the fields of HVAC, Healthcare Professions, Auto Body, Electrical trades, Construction & Building, and Welding. Additional activities include financial literacy, SkillUp™ PA, exposure to educational or vocational training, and assistance with job placement. 

    Out-of-School Youth (OSY)

    PIC: R.I.S.E. OSY Program – OSY Westmoreland & Fayette County
    This program supports young adults ages 18-24 in pursuing either an educational training track with a selection of industry recognized credentials or an employment focused track. After completing 20 hours of career pathway exploration and soft-skill development, participants choose their track. Participants on the education/training track can pursue a credential in the following areas: Auto/Diesel Mechanic, CDL, Electrical Trades, EMT, Health Occupations, HVAC, Small Engine Repairs, or Welding. Employment track participants will participate in SkillUp™ PA training opportunities to upgrade their skills. 

    PIC: Youth Re-entry Program – OSY Westmoreland & Fayette County
    This program serves justice involved young adults ages 18-24 by offering comprehensive case management and supportive services including mentoring support, paired with skill building opportunities. After completing 20 hours of career pathway exploration and soft-skill development, participants will receive support to pursue the following options: on-the-job-training, educational or vocational training, certifications though the SkillUp™ PA system, an 80-hour paid work experience, or if needed, GED or remediation classes. 

    FCCAA: Nurse Aide Training Program – OSY Fayette County
    The Nurse Aide Training Program seeks to place young adults ages 18-24 years old in the healthcare industry. During the 7-week program, participants complete 140 instructional hours (55.5 classroom hours, 28.5 lab hours, 56 clinical hours), 6 hours of pre-employment workshops, and 8 hours of certification assessments. The program provides the necessary instructional hours to take the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) exam. Participants will also complete CRP certification and complete SkillUp™ PA modules. 

    WCA: Youth Workforce Development Program – OSY Westmoreland
    This program will provide OSY participants with the training, support, and resources needed to pursue careers as Patient Service Associates or a related healthcare position. Over 12 weeks, participants will engage in classroom instruction, hands-on training, and real-world work experience during a 40-hour externship to prepare for entry-level healthcare positions. Participants will receive certifications such as CPR/AED and gain practical knowledge in patient care management, electronic health records, medical terminology, and medical coding. At completion, participants will earn a post-secondary credential as a Certified Medical Scribe Apprentice and may also qualify to sit for the MSCAT certification. 

    Applications and Other Source Documents Pertaining to Youth

    Experience Works! Works Experience Program Application

    The Experience Works! Work Experience Program improves local workforce and provides youth with valuable and paid work experience opportunities. It is designed for youth ages 15 to 24 who are interested in working with local for-profit and non-profit organizations from a minimum of 15 hours a week to a maximum of 40 hours a week.

    Learn more about the Experience Works! program by visiting your local PA CareerLink® center or emailing info@westfaywib.org.

    Experience Works! PLUS Post-Secondary Internship Program

    The Experience Works! PLUS Internship Program provides wages to students interning at unpaid internships. This program enables local employers to build a future workforce by giving post-secondary students the opportunity to explore career opportunities.

    The WFWIB is excited to annouce that it is accpeting applications for Experience Works! PLUS! Application materials and the program handbook can be found below. Completed application materials must be emailed to EWP@westfaywib.org.

    Learn more about Experience Works! PLUS here!

    Partners

    Click a partner’s name below to visit their website:

    Equus Workforce Solutions

    Fayette Business Education Partnership

    Fayette County Community Action Agency (FCCAA)

    German American Chamber of Commerce Pittsburgh Chapter

    Intermediate Unit I

    Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. (PIC)

    Redstone Presbyterian SeniorCare

    SWPA BotsIQ

    Westmoreland Chamber of Commerce

    Westmoreland County Forum for Workforce Development

    Westmoreland Intermediate Unit

    Labor Market Information

    One of the hallmarks of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is making decisions based on customer need and data. The Board utilizes the following data sources for federal, state, and local Labor Market Information.

    PA Center for Workforce Information & Analysis (CWIA)
    U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
    U.S. Census Bureau

    High Priority Occupations

    The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in partnership with Workforce Development Boards, targets training investments to High Priority Occupations (HPO). HPOs are job classifications that are in demand by employers, have higher skill needs and are likely to provide family-sustaining wages.

    For more information about HPOs, visit the Center for Workforce Information & Analysis’ (CWIA) webpage on HPOs here.

    For information about HPOs in Westmoreland and Fayette counties, download the 2025 HPO list here in PDF format.

    Westmoreland-Fayette Career Cluster Posters

    Take a look at the 12 Westmoreland-Fayette Career Cluster Posters! All wage and annual opening data provided in these posters are specific to the Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Development Area.

    Posters are provided by the PA Department of Labor & Industry. 

    FEDERAL FUNDING INFORMATION

    Stevens Amendment
    The Stevens Amendment is a federal law found in H.R. 6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services and Education Appropriations Act 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act 2019, Division B, Title V, Section 505. It requires funding information be included on all state and local government projects or programs using federal funds.

    PUBLIC LAW 101-166, SECTION 511 – open PDF, download RTF

    WIOA

    • Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs are federally supported 100% by the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $6,147,781.00 with $0 (0%) state, local and/or non-governmental funds.

    TANF

    • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs are federally supported 100%  by the U.S. Department of Human Services as part of an award totaling $621,091.98 with $0 (0%) state, local, and/or non-governmental funds.

    PA CareerLink® (American Job Center)

    • The Westmoreland-Fayette PA CareerLink® One-Stop Centers are fully supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry through the U.S. Department of Labor as part of awards totaling $817,447.00 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources.

    Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC)

    • Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities is fully supported by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration is part of an award totaling $938,962.00, with $0 (0%) financed from non-governmental sources.

     

    Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board

    145 Pavilion Lane,
    Youngwood, PA 15697
    724.755.2145 | TTY: 724.925.3243
    info@westfaywib.org

    Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board is an equal opportunity employer/program.

    Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For federal funding information, visit westfaywib.org/resources/.