Council to consider $1.932M more for workforce training contracts

Austin Economic Development is seeking $1.932 million more for two workforce training contracts with Capital IDEA and Skillpoint Alliance. The added funding would bring their combined five-year contract maximum to $10.43 million and continue training, certifications, career coaching and support while the city procures a new contract. The council is scheduled to consider the amendments on Nov. 19, 2026.

Authorize amendments to two contracts for continued workforce development training for target occupations for Austin Economic Development with Capital Investing in Development & Employment of Adults Inc. d/b/a Capital IDEA and Skillpoint Alliance d/b/a Skillpoint Alliance - Stem, to increase the amounts by $1,932,000 for revised total contract amounts not to exceed $10,430,580, divided between the contractors. Funding: $1,932,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget of Austin Economic Development.

Nov 19, 202626-3108: Authorize amendments to two contracts for continued workforce development training for target occupations for Austin Economic Development with Capital Investing in Development & Employment of Adults Inc. d/b/a Capital IDEA and Skillpoint Alliance d/b/a Skillpoint Alliance - Stem, to increase the amounts by $1,932,000 for revised total contract amounts not to exceed $10,430,580, divided between the contractors. Funding: $1,932,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating BudgeSource documentPDF