Item:
Title
Approve Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Contract with Made in Durham for Workforce Development Services in the Amount of $250,000
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Date of BOCC Meeting: July 13, 2026
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to authorize the County Manager to execute the attached agreement in the amount of $250,000 with Made in Durham for services that support workforce development programming in FY 2026-2027.
The agreement and Scope of Services will continue to maintain the service delivery that has assisted in the workforce development efforts to prepare residents for credentialed attainment and employment readiness. This year’s Scope has been updated to reflect current levels of service delivery and specified program examples. The attached Scope of Services outlines Made in Durham’s responsibilities and metrics that align with the County’s Strategic Plan. Funds for this agreement were included as part of the FY 2026-2027 Approved Budget.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: Focus Area: Regional Leadership 1a.
Resource Persons: Andrew Miracle, Economic Development Director; Maurice Jones, Deputy County Manager of External Affairs.
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board authorize the County Manager to execute the attached contract in the amount of $250,000 with Made in Durham for workforce development services in FY 2026-2027.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________