Bid guide
How to bid on County Wide Training Services for Arlington County Government
What Arlington County is buying
Arlington County Government is looking for qualified providers to offer a range of training and development services for its employees. This includes general training, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) training, and artificial intelligence (AI) workforce training. The County also needs services for virtual learning sessions, coaching, organizational development (including DEIB-focused organizational development), multi-rater assessments, and custom e-learning development.
These services will be used on an as-needed basis over a term of up to five years. This is an opportunity for firms specializing in workforce development and training to secure a long-term contract with a local government agency.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 25, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is September 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
It is important to complete your submission well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with experience and qualifications in various aspects of workforce training and organizational development. This includes companies specializing in general professional development, DEIB programs, AI literacy for employees, virtual training platforms, executive coaching, and custom e-learning content creation. Firms with expertise in organizational assessments and development strategies will also find this relevant.
The solicitation is categorized under 'education', indicating a focus on learning and development services.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents and respond, you need to use Virginia’s eVA eProcurement portal. You can view the posting publicly without an account. However, to submit a proposal, you must sign in with a free eVA vendor account.
Ensure you have an active eVA vendor account set up in advance of the deadline. Once logged in, follow the instructions provided within the solicitation posting (Solicitation 127131) on eVA to prepare and submit your response.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience and qualifications in each of the specific service areas requested, such as DEIB training, AI workforce training, and custom e-learning. Provide concrete examples of past projects that align with Arlington County's needs.
Highlight your capacity to deliver services on an as-needed basis and your flexibility in adapting to the County's evolving requirements over the potential five-year term. Clearly articulate your approach to virtual learning and organizational development. Ensure all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted through the eVA portal before the deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Arlington County Government; the original posting controls.