Career Link is targeted to State’s underemployed population who may benefit from training opportunities to develop sustainable wages. Career Link seeks to bridge the gap between employers need for skilled workers and the aspirations of low skilled and underemployed workers to advance into more skilled positions. Individuals are provided with the training necessary to move up the employment ladder and access jobs in demand by businesses.
The Career Link program can be used to address employment barriers by providing funding for employment related transportation services. Eligible activities include transportation services for individuals to job activities and adult students to educational training/instructional opportunities.
Buyer Attributes
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City
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Des Moines
County
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Polk
Address
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1963 Bell Ave
Phone Number
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(515) 348-6200
Zip Code
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50315
Propensity to Spend
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CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc. at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Effective: Mar 6, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Agreement formalizes the provision of information technology services, including application development, maintenance, support for managed IT services, project management, staff augmentation, infrastructure services, and consulting services, by CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc. to the State of Iowa Department of Management. The agreement is effective from March 6, 2026, to March 1, 2031, and allows for five annual renewals. It incorporates an underlying agreement (City of San Diego MSA for ADMS) with specific modifications and includes comprehensive general terms, conditions, and a data protection addendum covering security, data privacy, and AI usage.
Workday, Inc. at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Effective: Jan 1, 2016Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Participating Addendum (2025-BUS-7311) to the NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement (AR2507) for Cloud Solutions, effective from 2016 to 2026. It establishes the terms under which Workday, Inc. will provide cloud solutions to the State of Iowa and other authorized governmental entities in Iowa. The addendum modifies several sections of the Master Agreement, including order of precedence, definitions of confidentiality and personal data, indemnification, payment terms, governing law, administrative fees (1.00% on sales), termination conditions, and comprehensive data protection requirements. The addendum emphasizes the creation of separate Purchasing Instruments for specific deliverables.
Workday, Inc. at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Effective: Apr 24, 2017Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Agreement, Contract# AR2507, is established between the State of Utah (acting as Lead State for NASPO ValuePoint) and Workday, Inc. It governs the provision of Workday's Cloud Solutions, specifically Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offerings, to participating states and entities. The contract, effective from April 24, 2017, until September 15, 2026, sets forth the general terms and conditions, administrative fees, scope of services, and pricing mechanisms for future individual orders. It incorporates various attachments including a Master Subscription Agreement, Professional Services Agreement, detailed pricing schedules, and Service Level Availability policies, providing a framework for subsequent procurement of Workday services.
Tyler Technologies, Inc. at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Effective: Sep 15, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a one-year renewal notice issued by the Iowa Department of Management to Tyler Technologies, Inc. for the existing Agreement 2023-BUS-0821, covering Citizen engagement platforms. The renewal maintains previously established terms and is effective from September 15, 2026, until September 14, 2027.
Tyler Technologies, Inc. at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Effective: Jul 15, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Agreement is between the State of Iowa, Department of Management (DOM), and Tyler Technologies, Inc., establishing a framework for Pre-qualified Cyber Security Services. It defines the general terms and conditions, outlining procedures for future, individual "Purchasing Instruments" under which specific cybersecurity services will be procured. The agreement details vendor and agency information, types of cybersecurity services, governing documents, compensation principles (fees determined by subsequent Purchasing Instruments), data protection, AI usage guidelines, and provisions for indemnification, termination, and insurance. The agreement's term is from July 15, 2025, until November 30, 2029, with options for five annual renewals.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Iowa Economic Development Authority
City Development Board Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting primarily focused on a new business item regarding a voluntary annexation proposal, identified as UA26-21 for the City of Bondurant. The proposal was reviewed, found to be complete and in the public interest, and subsequently approved by the board. Additionally, the meeting included a review of a staff report provided by the Program Manager and a notice regarding upcoming meeting dates.
Iowa Economic Development Authority Foundation Board of Directors Board Of Directors Meeting
Date: Oct 17, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Directors approved the Second Restated Articles of Incorporation and the adoption of Restated Bylaws. Key operational actions included delegating authority to specific officers and agents to enter into contracts and execute legal instruments, as well as authorizing designated personnel to sign checks and financial documents. Additionally, the Board appointed new Assistant Secretaries and an Assistant Treasurer, and elected the Board Chair and Vice Chair. A presentation of the current financial report was also provided.
Iowa Economic Development Authority Due Diligence Committee Due Diligence Committee Meeting
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The committee reviewed the 120-day report, which included extension approvals for Danisco USA Inc. and Daisy Brand, LLC, and the rescission of an award for Feldmeier Equipment. Additionally, the committee addressed compliance reports regarding project completion date extensions for Gary W. Clem dba ALMACO and Bull Moose Heavy Haul, Inc. dba XL Specialized Trailers, as well as a negotiated settlement request for Lincoln Savings Bank. The committee also recommended the approval of a financial assistance award for Generation Repair and Service, LLC.
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