Feds open bidding for Job Corps Center operator

ST. PETERSBURG -- A new Job Corps Center is one step closer to becoming a reality.

The U.S. Department of Labor opened its bidding process for potential operators today. Federal officials will host a conference in Atlanta on Aug. 7 to discuss the process.

Interested parties can access all information regarding the job at http://www.fedbizopps.gov.   

The facility is already under construction at 22nd Street S and Fifth Avenue S. Job Corps is a national training program for economically disadvantaged youths between the ages of 16 and 24.

The "successful contractor shall provide academic and career technical training, operate counseling and residential living programs and provide support services to include: wellness/health services, student employability records, behavior management and incentive system, clothing issuances, mail and legal services," according to a statement released by federal officials.

-- Cristina Silva, Times Staff Writer