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R -- EVALUATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ON-THE-JOB-TRAINING/SUPPORTIVE SE RVICE PROGRAMS SOL DTFH61-96-X-00030 DUE 072696 POC Richard Rodgers, Agreement Specialist, 202-366-4249. The FHWA is accepting applications for assistance in evaluating the effectiveness of ''on-the-job'' training/supportive service (OJT/SS) programs focusing on the programs in either the States of North Carolina or Pennsylvania compared with comparable other States which have not implemented supportive services programs. The evaluation is to determine the effectiveness of approaches employed to enhance the recruitment, training, and long-term retention of women and minorities in the highway construction industry. It should involve research and analyses of available publications and field assessment including interviews of participants. The outcome of the project will result in a comprehensive report of an effective OJT/SS program. The project must be completed within one year from the date of award, and funding is estimated at $100,000 per award, of which up to two applications may be selected for award as fixed-price cooperative agreements. Applications will be evaluated based upon the following criteria: 1. Experience in recruitment, training, and placement of minorities and women who are unemployed or under-employed especially in the area of highway construction and related crafts. 2. Knowledge of and experience in implementing effective outreach measures in a union or open shop environment. 3. Experience working with the staffs of State DOT's, other State and local government agencies, highway construction contractors, contractor's associations, and community based organizations. ***Applications shall be submitted in five (5) copies and be received by 7/26/96. Applications shall contain a breakdown of all proposed costs along with any cost-sharing by the applicant if they so choose, and technical proposal. The proposal (cost and technical) shall be limited to 20 pages. This announcement is the solicitation. No additional information will be provided. (0173)

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