Competitive Grants and Contracts

Medical Consultants

The Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), Minnesota Disability Determination Services (DDS) requests applications to work as a medical contractor reviewing the disability claims of Minnesotans who have applied for Social Security Disability benefits. All work must occur on the secured Social Security Administration Network. The State anticipates issuing multiple contracts for this work. This is an ongoing solicitation.

Request for Proposals

• Medical Consultants Request for Proposals (final amended 3/30/22)
• Sample Contract
• Questions and Answers Received during RFP Process

Deadline

All requirements and information, as well as proposal delivery instructions are contained in the RFP. Inquiries regarding the RFP may be directed by email to Milla Kokotovich, Disability Determination Services at Milla.Kokotovich@ssa.gov. Deadline for initial inquiries is Monday, March 28, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. Other department personnel are NOT allowed to discuss the Request for Proposal with anyone, including responders, before the proposal submission deadline.

Proposals must be emailed to: Milla Kokotovich, Disability Determination Services, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development at Milla.Kokotovich@ssa.gov or sent via mail to Milla Kokotovich, Project Coordinator, MN Disability Determination Services, 121 7th Place East; Suite 300, St. Paul, MN 55101. Proposals for initial evaluation must be received by 5:00 p.m., Monday, April 11, 2022. Following the initial selection process, applications will remain open on the DEED and Department of Administration, Office of State Procurement (OSP) website and selected on an as needed basis. Applications are still welcome beyond April 11, 2022.

All costs incurred in responding to the Request for Proposal (RFP) will be borne by the responder. The Department of Employment and Economic Development reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive any irregularities or informalities, and to cancel the solicitation if it is considered to be its own best interest. This Request for Proposals does not obligate DEED to award a contract.

For an alternative version of this document, please reach out to Milla.Kokotovich@ssa.gov.

Adult Support Services Competitive Grant

DEED, through its Adult Career Pathways Programs, is seeking proposals from qualified responders to provide services through the Adult Support Services competitive grant. The Adult Support Services Competitive Grants must provide services to enhance an existing or develop a new workforce development program within an organization to provide individuals services such as job training, employment preparation, internships, job assistance to parents, financial literacy, and academic and behavioral interventions for low-performing adult students.

Request for Proposals

• Request for Proposals
• Adult Support Services Grant Application

Deadline

The application and all forms should be saved and submitted as one PDF (.pdf). To submit a proposal, you must email the completed application packet including the required forms to ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us with the subject line "Adult Support Services Competitive RFP Application – [insert your organization name]." The application packet must be completed in its entirety, or the submission will not be considered for funding.

All applications must be time stamp received by DEED via email no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, on Friday, October 3, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. The submission must include the signed and completed Application and all required forms.

DEED Employment and Training Division
Office of Adult Career Pathways
ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us

The state is not responsible for any errors or delays caused by technology-related issues. Applicants should anticipate delays in the application getting through DEED's system, and therefore should submit their application before the deadline time.

Technical Assistance

Questions on the RFP may be submitted via email to Mee Xiong, mee.xiong1@state.mn.us. Please submit questions no later than 4:30 p.m. Central Time, on September 25, 2025.

An informational webinar will be held for interested responders on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. This webinar will be recorded and posted to the DEED Competitive Grants and Contracts webpage.

• Join the webinar

DEED offered three virtual training sessions, which may be used as a resource for any workforce development organization seeking funding, regardless of the organization's level of experience in grant writing. All sessions were recorded and are available for viewing on our website.

Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program

The federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was signed into law on November 15, 2021. It provides approximately $65 billion for broadband nationally. The Office of Broadband Development (OBD) at the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) was selected as Minnesota’s Eligible Entity to administer the state’s funding for broadband, including the funding for broadband called the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. At the federal level, the BEAD program is being administered by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) of the U.S. Department of Commerce. The NTIA has, and continues to, issue comprehensive guidance that the state must follow in administering the grant funding.

Call for Applications

• Call for Applications
• Call for Applications Addendum 1 (2/26/25)
• Call for Applications Addendum 2 (5/5/25)
• Call for Applications Addendum 3 (5/28/25)
• Call for Applications Addendum 4 (7/8/25)
• Draft BEAD Grant Contract Agreement

Deadline

All applications for Restructured BEAD are due at 1:30 p.m. Central Time on Thursday, July 24, 2025.

Questions

Questions may be submitted using an online form by July 21, 2025.

All answers to FAQs will be updated weekly to accommodate NTIA review of answers to all questions.

Contamination Cleanup and Investigation and RAP Development Grant Program

The Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), through its Brownfields and Redevelopment Unit, is accepting grant applications through the Contamination Cleanup and Investigation and RAP Development Grant Program.

This grant program assists local communities with the investigation and cleanup of soil, soil vapor, and groundwater contamination at previously or currently developed sites. Sites where significant barriers exist to redevelop contaminated properties into a different and/or more productive use are complex and more costly to redevelop than undeveloped parcels. This program is not intended for parties that have operated on the site long-term, but rather to assist new parties with site redevelopment. Grants are awarded based on statewide, statutory criteria.

Call for Applications

• Call for Applications

Four complete sets of applications (application form and required attachments) are required for each site. Two paper copies and two electronic copies (two separate flash drives) are required. All four copies must be complete and submitted by the deadline to be considered for funding. Applications may be sent by mail or courier to the following address but must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on November 3, 2025. Alternatively, applications may be delivered in person on November 3, 2025. If delivering in person, please take the 5th Street elevators (by the guard’s desk) to the 12th floor and leave the applications on the cart located in the DEED elevator lobby. Applications will be retrieved promptly.

Technical Assistance

For questions regarding the application process or to seek clarification on application instructions/questions, please contact the Brownfields and Redevelopment Unit at 651-259-7451.

Application Information Sessions

To learn more about the DEED's Contamination Cleanup and Investigation Grant Programs, and to have the opportunity to discuss potential projects and/or questions, the Brownfields and Redevelopment Unit will be holding three information sessions across the state. Date and location specifics are provided below.

Hosted by DEED

Crosby

Monday, August 25, 2025

Jessie F. Hallett Memorial Library
101 - 1st St SE
Crosby, MN 56441
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Clara City

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Clara City Community Center
215 NW 1st St (South Side of building)
Clara City, MN 56222
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Hosted by DEED, Met Council, Hennepin, and Ramsey Counties

Plymouth

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Medicine Lake Room at Plymouth City Hall
3400 Plymouth Blvd
Plymouth, MN 55447
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Inver Grove Heights

Thursday, September 4, 2025

Inver Grove Heights Council Chambers
8150 Barbara Ave
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Drive for 5 - Industry Sector Training Competitive Grant

DEED, through its Adult Career Pathways Programs, is seeking proposals from qualified responders to provide services through the Drive for 5 Initiative Competitive Grants. Drive for 5 Competitive Grants must provide workforce development services, work-based learning opportunities, and job placement and retention in 1) Technology, 2) Labor, 3) The Caring Professions, 4) Manufacturing, and 5) Educational and Professional Services.

• Request for Proposals
• Drive for 5 Initiative - Industry Sector Training Application

Deadline

The application and all forms should be saved and submitted as one PDF (.pdf). To submit a proposal, you must email the completed application packet including the required forms to ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us with the subject line """Drive for 5 - Industry Sector Training Application – [insert your organization name]." The application packet must be completed in its entirety, or the submission will not be considered for funding.

All applications must be time stamp received by DEED via email no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, on Friday, October 3, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. The submission must include the signed and completed Application and all required forms.

Applications must be submitted via email as a PDF to:

DEED Employment and Training Division
Office of Adult Career Pathways
Email: ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us

The state is not responsible for any errors or delays caused by technology-related issues. Applicants should anticipate delays in the application getting through DEED’s system, and therefore should submit their application before the deadline time.

Technical Assistance

All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Beth Bidinger, Beth.Bidinger@state.mn.us.

All answers will be posted weekly.

Please submit questions no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, on 9/25/2025. Questions will not be accepted after this date.

An informational webinar will be held for interested responders on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. This webinar will be recorded and posted.

• Join the webinar

DEED offered three virtual training sessions, which may be used as a resource for any workforce development organization seeking funding, regardless of the organization's level of experience in grant writing. All sessions were recorded and are available for viewing on our website.

Drive for 5 Initiative - Job Placement Services

DEED, through its Adult Career Pathways Programs, is seeking proposals from qualified responders to provide services through the Drive for 5 Initiative Competitive Grants. Drive for 5 Competitive Grants must provide workforce development services, work-based learning opportunities, and job placement and retention in 1) Technology, 2) Labor, 3) The Caring Professions, 4) Manufacturing, and 5) Educational and Professional Services.

Requests for Proposals

• Request for Proposals
• Drive for 5 Initiative - Job Placement Services Application

Deadline

The application and all forms should be saved and submitted as one PDF (.pdf). To submit a proposal, you must email the completed application packet including the required forms to ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us with the subject line “Drive for 5 – Job Placement Services Application – [insert your organization name].” The application packet must be completed in its entirety, or the submission will not be considered for funding.

All applications must be time stamp received by DEED via email no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, on Friday, October 3, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. The submission must include the signed and completed Application and all required forms.

Applications must be submitted via email as a PDF to:

DEED Employment and Training Division
Office of Adult Career Pathways
Email: ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us

The state is not responsible for any errors or delays caused by technology-related issues. Applicants should anticipate delays in the application getting through DEED’s system, and therefore should submit their application before the deadline time.

Technical Assistance

All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Beth Bidinger, Beth.Bidinger@state.mn.us.

All answers will be posted weekly.

Please submit questions no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, on 9/25/2025. Questions will not be accepted after this date.

An informational webinar will be held for interested responders on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. This webinar will be recorded and posted.

• Join the webinar

DEED offered three virtual training sessions, which may be used as a resource for any workforce development organization seeking funding, regardless of the organization's level of experience in grant writing. All sessions were recorded and are available for viewing on our website.

Minnesota Job Skills Partnership - Partnership and Pathways Programs

The Minnesota Job Skills Partnership (MJSP) Board, through the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), is soliciting grant applications for grant funding for new and incumbent worker training programs. MJSP will accept applications for the Partnership and Pathways Programs. In addition, applications for Pre-Development grants for the Partnership Program will be considered. DEED is committed to empowering the growth of the Minnesota economy for everyone. DEED facilitates an economic environment to produce jobs and improve the quality of the state’s workforce.

Request for Proposals

• Request for Proposals

Deadline

The deadline for the submission of regular grant applications is 4:30 p.m., Central Time, on Monday, September 15, 2025. Short Form and Pre-Development applications must be submitted by 4:30 p.m., Central Time, on Tuesday, October 6, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. The applicant will incur all costs incurred in applying to this RFP.

Applications must be submitted via email to the Department of Employment and Economic Development, Minnesota Job Skills Partnership office at deed.mjsp@state.mn.us as one file, including attachments, in a PDF format.

Technical Assistance

Questions may be submitted by email or phone to Fun Fun Cheng at funfun.cheng@state.mn.us, 651-259-7514.

Minnesota State Trade and Export Promotion (STEP) Program

The Minnesota Trade Office (MTO), an office within the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, is soliciting applications for funding for eligible Minnesota-based small businesses to participate in export development activities that will assist the company to begin exporting or increase their exports from Minnesota. Proposals are accepted until all funds are committed.

Request for Proposals

• Download the RFP (Fillable PDF)

Applications will be evaluated on a competitive basis as they are received. Proposals must be submitted electronically to Jackie Geiger.

For complete information on the STEP Program, see the Export Financing Programs webpage.

For an alternative version of this document, please reach out to Jackie Geiger.

Minnesota Youthbuild Competitive Grants Program

The Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), through the Office of Youth Development, is seeking proposals from qualified responders to the Minnesota Youthbuild Program. This program awards grants to organizations that provide targeted individuals with on-site construction skills training, safety training, and work experience on affordable housing or other eligible building or renovation projects. Other services provided under this proposal include employment preparation, case management, support services, career exploration, leadership development, and support to attain a diploma or GED and employment. Follow up services include placement in the building trades, registered apprenticeship or other career pathways employment, post-secondary education, or occupational training. Note: Construction Plus activities may also be provided by applicants with prior Youthbuild Program experience.

Request for Proposals

• Request for Proposals
• Application Packet

Deadline

The application packet must be received via email by no later than 11:59 p.m. Central Time on Friday, August 15, 2025. The application packet must be submitted to youth.team.deed@state.mn.us in a single PDF. Late proposals will not be considered. DEED is not responsible for any issues related to technology. Please do not submit any other materials (binders, photos, letters of support, etc.) Unrequested materials will not be reviewed.

Technical Assistance

Questions on the RFP may be submitted via email to Nancy Waisanen, nancy.waisanen@state.mn.us.

• Information Session Recording
• Information Session Presentation Slides
• Questions and Answers during the RFP Process

Please submit questions no later than 4:30 p.m. Central Time, on August 8, 2025.

Pathways to Prosperity - Bridge to Career Pathways Competitive Grant

DEED, through its Adult Career Pathways Programs, is seeking proposals from qualified responders to provide services through the Pathways to Prosperity Adult Workforce competitive grant programs.

This RFP is for the Pathways to Prosperity Bridge to Career Pathways program, which seeks to serve participants from one or more of the Target Population groups who have multiple barriers to employment. Bridge to Career Pathways will target those who are prepared to enter credential level training.

Participants will receive navigation services, wraparound support services, and training. At this level, training will culminate in one or more industry-recognized credentials. From Bridge to Career Pathways, participants will either continue their education at the next step in their path or enter employment at a family sustaining wage. Employer partners are imperative and programs with strong employer partners will be given prioritization for funding.

• Request for Proposals
• Application
• Frequently Asked Questions during the RFP Process

Deadline

The application and all forms should be saved and submitted as one PDF (.pdf). To submit a proposal, you must email the completed application packet including the required forms to ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us with the subject line "P2P Bridge Application – [insert your organization name].” The application packet must be completed in its entirety, or the submission will not be considered for funding.

All applications must be time stamp received by DEED via email no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. The submission must include the signed and completed Application and all required forms.

DEED Employment and Training Division
Office of Adult Career Pathways
ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us

The state is not responsible for any errors or delays caused by technology-related issues. Applicants should anticipate delays in the application getting through DEED’s system, and therefore should submit their application before the deadline time.

Technical Assistance

Questions on the RFP may be submitted via email to Jenilee Drilling, jenilee.drilling@state.mn.us Please submit questions no later than 4:30 p.m. Central Time, on August 28, 2025.

An information webinar was held for interested parties. View the recording.

DEED offered three virtual training sessions, which may be used as a resource for any workforce development organization seeking funding, regardless of the organization’s level of experience in grant writing. All sessions were recorded and are available for viewing on our website.

Pathways to Prosperity - Individualized Training Pathway Competitive Grant

DEED, through its Adult Career Pathways Programs, is seeking proposals from qualified responders to provide services through the Pathways to Prosperity Adult Workforce competitive grant programs.

This RFP is for the Pathways to Prosperity Individualized Training Pathway program, which seeks to serve participants from one or more of the Target Population groups who have multiple barriers to employment. Individualized Training Pathway will serve those who are ready for training at a post-secondary level.

Participants will receive navigation services, wraparound support services, training, and an experiential learning opportunity. At this level, training will result in a post-secondary credential e.g. degree, diploma, or certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution. From Individualized Training Pathway, participants will either continue their education at the next step in their path or enter employment at a family sustaining wage. Multiple employer partnerships will be necessary

• Request for Proposals
• Application
• Frequently Asked Questions during the RFP Process

Deadline

The application and all forms should be saved and submitted as one PDF (.pdf). To submit a proposal, you must email the completed application packet including the required forms to ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us with the subject line "P2P ITP Application – [insert your organization name].” The application packet must be completed in its entirety, or the submission will not be considered for funding.

All applications must be time stamp received by DEED via email no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. The submission must include the signed and completed Application and all required forms.

DEED Employment and Training Division
Office of Adult Career Pathways
ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us

The state is not responsible for any errors or delays caused by technology-related issues. Applicants should anticipate delays in the application getting through DEED’s system, and therefore should submit their application before the deadline time.

Technical Assistance

Questions on the RFP may be submitted via email to Jenilee Drilling, jenilee.drilling@state.mn.us Please submit questions no later than 4:30 p.m. Central Time, on August 28, 2025.

An information webinar was held for interested parties. View the recording.

DEED offered three virtual training sessions, which may be used as a resource for any workforce development organization seeking funding, regardless of the organization’s level of experience in grant writing. All sessions were recorded and are available for viewing on our website.

Pathways to Prosperity - On-Ramp to Career Pathways Competitive Grant

DEED, through its Adult Career Pathways Programs, is seeking proposals from qualified responders to provide services through the Pathways to Prosperity Adult Workforce competitive grant programs.

This RFP is for the Pathways to Prosperity - On-Ramp to Career Pathways program, which seeks to serve participants from one or more of the Target Population groups who have multiple barriers to employment, to receive remedial adult learning and support through work readiness and On-Ramp certificate training. On-Ramp certificate training is defined as entry level training, in a relevant, in-demand industry sector, resulting in a certificate of completion or occupational skills certificate.

Participants must receive navigation services, wraparound support services, and training. At this level training will focus on contextualized foundational academic skills, English language learning as needed, and result in one or more certificates in work readiness and On-Ramp certificate training in a relevant, in-demand industry sector. Programs at this level must have partner with a Minnesota Department of Education Adult Basic Education consortia member. From On-Ramp to Career Pathways, participants will either continue their education at the next step in their path or enter employment at a family sustaining wage.

• Request for Proposals
• Application
• Frequently Asked Questions during the RFP Process

Deadline

The application and all forms should be saved and submitted as one PDF (.pdf). To submit a proposal, you must email the completed application packet including the required forms to ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us with the subject line "P2P On-Ramp Application – [insert your organization name].” The application packet must be completed in its entirety, or the submission will not be considered for funding.

All applications must be time stamp received by DEED via email no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. The submission must include the signed and completed Application and all required forms.

DEED Employment and Training Division
Office of Adult Career Pathways
ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us

The state is not responsible for any errors or delays caused by technology-related issues. Applicants should anticipate delays in the application getting through DEED’s system, and therefore should submit their application before the deadline time.

Technical Assistance

Questions on the RFP may be submitted via email to Jenilee Drilling, jenilee.drilling@state.mn.us Please submit questions no later than 4:30 p.m. Central Time, on August 28, 2025.

An information webinar was held for interested parties. View the recording.

DEED offered three virtual training sessions, which may be used as a resource for any workforce development organization seeking funding, regardless of the organization’s level of experience in grant writing. All sessions were recorded and are available for viewing on our website.

Small Business Assistance Partnerships Program

Through its Office of Small Business and Innovation, DEED is seeking proposals from individual organizations, regional coalitions, and state-wide entrepreneurial support services providers to provide no-cost small business development and technical assistance services to entrepreneurs and small business owners, with a particular focus on underserved populations and geographies including individuals who are Black, Indigenous, people of color, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, low-income individuals, and includes people from rural Minnesota.

The delivery of these services will support the start-up, growth, and success of Minnesota's entrepreneurs and small business owners and facilitate an economic environment that produces job growth and supports the economic success of Minnesota individuals, businesses, and communities.

Request for Proposals

• Request for Proposals (updated 8/13/25)
  • Word
  • Accessible PDF
• Application (updated 8/13/25)
  • Word
  • Accessible PDF

Deadline

All proposals must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. (CST), on September 19, 2025. Late proposals will not be considered. All costs incurred in responding to the RFP will be borne by the applicant.

Proposals should be submitted by email to MNSBP.DEED@state.mn.us in a single PDF file not to exceed 25mb in file size. Please avoid using a large number of images files, photos, and scanned documents in the proposal document as that greatly increases the file size.

The subject of the email line should be "SBAP – [Insert Organization Name]"

Technical Assistance

Technical assistance is available for interpreting instructions or preparing applications. Contact MNSBP.DEED@state.mn.us. Please review all available materials and responses to frequently asked questions before emailing your inquiry.

Each week, DEED staff will post responses to frequently asked questions on this web page.

Additional questions may be submitted by email to MNSBP.DEED@state.mn.us. The deadline to submit questions is September 5 at 5:00 p.m.

Accessible versions of documents will be posted as soon as they are available. Contact MNSBP.DEED@state.mn.us. 

Southeast Asian Economic Disparities Relief Competitive Grant

DEED, through its Adult Career Pathways Programs, is seeking proposals from qualified responders to provide services through the Southeast Asian Economic Disparities Relief competitive grant.

The Southeast Asian Economic Disparities Relief competitive grant recipients must provide services that relieve economic disparities in the Southeast Asian community through workforce recruitment, development, job creation, assistance to smaller organizations to increase capacity, and outreach.

• Request for Proposals
• Application

Deadline

The application and all forms should be saved and submitted as one PDF (.pdf). To submit a proposal, you must email the completed application packet including the required forms to ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us with the subject line: “Southeast Asian Application – [insert your organization name].” The application packet must be completed in its entirety, or the submission will not be considered for funding.

All applications must be time stamp received by DEED via email no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Thursday, August 28, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. The submission must include the signed and completed Application and all required forms.

DEED Employment and Training Division
Office of Adult Career Pathways
ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us

The state is not responsible for any errors or delays caused by technology-related issues. Applicants should anticipate delays in the application getting through DEED’s system, and therefore should submit their application before the deadline time.

Technical Assistance

DEED offered three virtual training sessions, which may be used as a resource for any workforce development organization seeking funding, regardless of the organization’s level of experience in grant writing. All sessions were recorded and are available for viewing on our website.

You may also view our informational webinar: View the Recording

Frequently asked questions during the RFP process.

Transportation Economic Development Infrastructure (TEDI) Program

The Transportation Economic Development Infrastructure (TEDI) program is created to foster interagency coordination between the Departments of Transportation and Employment and Economic Development to finance infrastructure to create economic development opportunities, jobs, and improve all types of transportation systems statewide.

Funds appropriated for the program must be used to fund predesign, design, acquisition of land, construction, reconstruction, and infrastructure improvements that will promote economic development, increase employment, and improve transportation systems to accommodate private investment and job creation.

Money in the program shall not be used on trunk highway improvements but can be used for needed infrastructure improvements and nontrunk highway improvements in coordination with trunk highway improvement projects undertaken by the Department of Transportation.

• Request for Proposals

Deadline

Applications must be received by DEED by 4:00 p.m. on September 29, 2025. You will receive an email confirmation that your application was received. If you do not receive a confirmation, you should assume the application was not received.

Eligible applicants must email their application to jeremy.lacroix@state.mn.us. Application format should meet the following requirements:

• One PDF file for application and attachments
• All pages in application should be 8.5” x 11”
• Maximum file size of under 5MB

Technical Assistance

An informational session will be held via Microsoft Teams. If you cannot make this session, the presentation will be posted on this website.

July 10
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Join the Meeting

Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant

DEED, through its Adult Career Pathways Programs, is seeking proposals from qualified responders to provide services through the Women’s Economic Security Act competitive grant. The Women’s Economic Security Act competitive grant recipients must provide services that encourage and assist women to enter high-wage, high-demand, nontraditional occupations, including but not limited to those in the skilled trades and STEM occupations, to increase the number of women in high-wage, high-demand, and nontraditional occupations.

• Request for Proposals
• Application

Deadline

The application and all forms should be saved and submitted as one PDF (.pdf). To submit a proposal, you must email the completed application packet including the required forms to ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us with the subject line “WESA Application – [insert your organization name].” The application packet must be completed in its entirety, or the submission will not be considered for funding.

All applications must be time stamp received by DEED via email no later than 5:00 p.m. Central Time, on Thursday, August 28, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. The submission must include the signed and completed Application and all required forms.

DEED Employment and Training Division
Office of Adult Career Pathways
ACPgrants.deed@state.mn.us

The state is not responsible for any errors or delays caused by technology-related issues. Applicants should anticipate delays in the application getting through DEED’s system, and therefore should submit their application before the deadline time.

Technical Assistance

DEED offered three virtual training sessions, which may be used as a resource for any workforce development organization seeking funding, regardless of the organization’s level of experience in grant writing. All sessions were recorded and are available for viewing on our website.

You may also view our informational webinar: View the Recording

Frequently asked questions during the RFP process.