NCCER Heavy Equipment Training Program

Erie County Water Authority

Buyer seeks a qualified company to provide NCCER training services for its staff. The training focuses on heavy equipment operation including backhoes and excavators. Buyer requires a five-year contract with option for one additional three-year term. The training program consists of 200 total hours of instruction divided into two sections covering various NCCER modules.

• 7/9/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 7/31/2025 - Anticipated selection completion
• 8/31/2025 - Anticipated agreement execution
• 9/1/2025 - Contract start date
• 8/31/2030 - Contract end date

• Must be NCCER accredited and certified to administer all NCCER training courses
• Proven experience administering training classes with three references required

• Provide NCCER-accredited training for heavy equipment operation
• Conduct classroom and performance evaluations following NCCER standards
• Develop 200-hour training program with Section A and B modules
• Offer testing options allowing students to opt out of classroom portions
• Provide certified trainers, proctors, and evaluators for in-person training
• Maintain student records electronically for minimum three years
• Conduct initial audit of ECWA's training unit per NCCER guidelines
• Schedule training between 8:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday
• Accommodate flexible scheduling with 14-day change/cancellation policy
• Issue NCCER credentials to all ECWA staff completing the program