Accelerate Wayne – The Gigabit & Dead Cell Zone Project Launches Employer and Household Surveys

Emerging tourist/tech region 90 miles from New York City seeks affordable broadband options, improved cell service, 5G investments and Gigabit City status to help existing Employers grow; and new companies relocate to beautiful Wayne County, Pennsylvania

(Wayne County, PA) – January 18, 2022 – Households, employers, companies, schools, local governments, and non-profit organizations are rallying together in Wayne County to ask Employers and Households to complete quick surveys on existing broadband, cell service, and future 5G service to help expedite and improve the results of a broadband initiative project aimed to improve service and reduce costs for Wayne County residents. Please help by completing a survey, see the link below.

Your swift response will help us spur broadband options, broadband availability, and broadband investment across the County as well as eliminate dead cell zones and speed the deployment on next generation 5G wireless.  Therefore, we ask that employer surveys are submitted by February 7, 2022 and household surveys submitted by February 14, 2022.

The Wayne County Broadband Project surveys for Employers and Households are posted here: 

EMPLOYERS CLICK HERE: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J7YNG2S

HOUSEHOLDS CLICK HERE: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J7CQZBB 

Pocono WDB Announces Request for Proposals for Wayne County

The Pocono Counties Workforce Development Board (WDB) is requesting proposals to provide programs under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Youth Development Program in Wayne County.

Proposals must be submitted to the WDB Administrative Office by 4:00 p.m. on February 18, 2022.

Click here for more information: https://pcwia.org/pocono-wdb-announces-request-for-proposals-for-wayne-county/

Jane Bolinger & Dave Hoff Honored at Wayne Tommorow!

Jane Bolinger and Dave Hoff were honored by the Wayne Tomorrow group for their dedicated service to this community. Jane Bolinger led the Agriculture committee and is an ardent supporter of local agriculture and food education. Dave Hoff, soon to be former CEO of Wayne Memorial Health Systems is retiring at the end of the year.

From left to right: Commissioners Joe Adams and Jocelyn Cramer, Bob Muller and Jane Bolinger from the Wayne Tomorrow Agriculture Committee.

From left to right: Commissioners Joe Adams and Jocelyn Cramer, Carol Kneier and Dave Hoff from the Wayne Memorial Health Systems and the Wayne Tomorrow initiative..

RFP External Evaluator

Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance (WPWA) invites and welcomes contract proposals from experienced external evaluator to collect data that supports evaluation of student progress and program implementation at WP SHINE Afterschool program located in Wayne Highlands, Western Wayne and Wallenpaupack School Districts

RFP Document

Workforce Alliance RFP-Housekeeping and Light Maintenance

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DEADLINE:

June 18TH, 4:00 PM
You may submit questions electronically no later than June 17th, 4:00 PM to:
RFP Contact Name: Lucyann Vierling
Email Address: proposals@wpworkforce.org

INTRODUCTION
Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance (WPWA) invites and welcomes contract proposals from experienced and licensed individuals to clean and disinfect our facilities located at 92 Main Avenue, Hawley, PA 18428 and 650 ½ W. Park Street, Honesdale, PA 18431. Please take the time to carefully read and become familiar with the proposal requirements. All proposals submitted for consideration must be received by the time as specified above under the "SUBMISSION DEADLINE."

RFP REQUIREMENTS and OBJECTIVES
Cleaning requirements to be completed after business hours include but are not limited to: 1. Hawley Office- 92 Main Ave. Hawley, PA 18428- Call to schedule a walk through # 570-229-1399: Bathrooms (3) - Toilets and Sinks - Dust, clean and sanitize - Floors - Sweep, damp mop and sanitize - Glass, mirrors and chrome hardware - Clean, sanitize &polish - Doors and walls by sink - Spot clean/Damp wipe/Sanitize - Soap, toilet paper and paper towel dispensers - Fill, clean, sanitize Kitchenette - Sink and Countertop – clean and sanitize - Appliances – Clean and sanitize Trash Containers (Offices, common areas, bathrooms, training rooms, kitchenette) - Empty, line, clean, sanitize & haul away garbage Doors – Walls – Windows - Entrance Glass Doors – Clean & sanitize - Interior Glass – Clean & sanitize - Ledges and window sills – Dust & sanitize - Doors, frames, walls – spot clean - Exterior Glass – Clean Rugs – Carpets - Vacuum and edge (HEPA) Floors - Sweep, Damp mopMiscellaneous - Admin desk area - Dust, polish, sanitize all surfaces including counter, chairs, display racks, coat rack, clocks - Lights fixtures – Clean covers and replace bulbs - Clocks and Pictures – dust, and damp wipe - Vents – Clean, vacuum and change filters - Chairs and Upholstered furniture – dust, tighten and vacuum - Desks, tables and phones – dust, damp wipe and sanitize 2. Honesdale Office- 92 Main Ave. Hawley, PA 18428- Call to schedule a walk through # 570-229-1399: Bathrooms (1) - Toilets and Sinks - Dust, clean and sanitize - Floors - Sweep, damp mop and sanitize - Glass, mirrors and chrome hardware - Clean, sanitize &polish - Doors and walls by sink - Spot clean/Damp wipe/Sanitize - Soap, toilet paper and paper towel dispensers - Fill, clean, sanitize Kitchenette - Appliances – Clean and sanitize Trash Containers (Offices, common areas, bathrooms, kitchenette) - Empty, line, clean, sanitize & haul away garbage Doors – Walls – Windows - Entrance Glass Doors – Clean & sanitize - Interior Glass – Clean & sanitize - Ledges and window sills – Dust & sanitize - Doors, frames, walls – spot clean - Exterior Glass – Clean Rugs – Carpets - Vacuum and edge (HEPA) Floors - Sweep, Damp mop Miscellaneous - Admin desk area - Dust, polish, sanitize all surfaces including counter, chairs, display racks, coat rack, clocks - Lights fixtures – Clean covers and replace bulbs - Clocks and Pictures – dust, and damp wipe - Air Conditioning – Clean, vacuum and change filters - Chairs and Upholstered furniture – dust and vacuum - Desks, tables and phones – dust, damp wipe and sanitize

PROPOSAL BIDDING REQUIREMENTS DEADLINE TO SUBMIT PROPOSAL
Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance must receive all proposals no later than 4:00 PM on June 18TH for consideration in the project proposal selection process. All proposals must be submitted with a proof of Insurance Certificate. Submissions may be sent to proposals@wpworkforce.org.PROPOSAL SELECTION CRITERIA Only those proposals received by the stated deadline will be considered. All proposals, submitted by the deadline, will be reviewed and evaluated based upon information provided. In addition, consideration will be given to cost and performance projections. Furthermore, the following criteria will be given considerable weight in the proposal selection process: o Proposals received by the stipulated deadline. o Bidder's alleged performance effectiveness of their proposal's solution regarding the Project Objective of Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance. o Bidder's performance history and alleged ability to timely deliver proposed services. o Bidder’s Proof of Insurance o Bidder's ability to provide and deliver qualified personnel having the knowledge and skills required to effectively and efficiently execute proposed services. o Overall cost effectiveness of the proposal. Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance shall reserve the right to cancel, suspend, and/or discontinue any proposal at any time they deem necessary or fit without obligation or notice to the proposing bidder/contractor.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION FORMAT
The following is a list of information that the Bidder should include in their proposal submission: I. Summary of Bidder Background a. Bidder's Name(s). b. Bidder’s Contact Information c. Description of Bidder's qualifications and experience. d. Evidence of established record of accomplishment for providing services and/or deliverables that are the subject of this proposal. e. Certificate of Liability Insurance f. Client References (names and phone numbers) II. Anticipated Begin and End Date a. July 9th 2021

PROPOSAL DECISION
A decision will be made by June 25th, 2021