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Federal CTO Challenge

Join pepelwerk in the Federal Challenge to help the most people upskill, reskill and relaunch careers.

The Connecting Talent to Opportunity is a pilot project to see if AI can help people get in-demand jobs, learning and resources in a better way. pepelwerk is a Talent Development Marketplace designed to meet every technical requirement of the Challenge while delivering immediate, measurable ROI for state and local agencies.

✓Launch fast (configurable, no long RFP) — deploy a production-ready marketplace in weeks, not years.
✓Prove impact (outcomes dashboards) — built-in real-time tracking for every key performance indicator.
✓Consortium-ready (multi-partner ecosystem) — seamlessly connect agencies, educators, and employers.
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Consortium Formation Deadline
MARCH 31, 2026
Submit interest before this date
PRE-PHASE
Consortium Building
April 30th
Phase 1
Consortium Building
Jan – Apr
Phase 2
System Integration
Apr – Jun
Phase 3
Full Scale Launch
July 2026
Urgent

Why should Organizations choose to join pepelwerk in this challenge?

More than a platform — a pre-built software solution designed to break down barriers to drive better results.

Impact

Turn high-level goals into granular, real-time data points that satisfy federal reporting and local stakeholder needs.

Partnerships

A pre-built ecosystem that facilitates collaboration between government, education, and industry players.

Data

Advanced data modeling that translates complex workforce signals into actionable intelligence for policy makers.

Interoperability

Built on open standards to ensure your marketplace talks to existing LMS, HRIS, and government legacy systems.

Stakeholder Engagement

Customized interfaces for every user — from students and job seekers to case managers and employers.

Sustainability

Business models and automation designed to keep the marketplace thriving long after the initial grant period ends.

Process

How It Works

01

Consortium onboarding

Rapid setup of partner roles and data-sharing agreements across the ecosystem.

02

Actionable skills

Transform resume data into a dynamic skills taxonomy that identifies real gaps.

03

AI-guided pathways

Connecting individuals to the right training and jobs via personalized AI coaching.

04

Program management

Automated workflows for tracking progress, attendance and credential attainment.

05

Outcomes dashboards

Instant visualization of economic impact, placement rates and wage growth.

Compliance

Why we are the best AI solution for this challenge?

We check off all the requirements and have been in business for 9 years.

Talent Marketplace
Definition: Digital environment where workers, learners, and employers interact.
How we handle it: Our core platform is a live, high-traffic marketplace currently serving 250k+ users.
Credential Registry
Definition: System to catalog and verify all regional certifications and degrees.
How we handle it: Integrated digital registry supporting over 5,000 unique credential types.
Skills-Based JD Generator
Definition: Tool for employers to create skill-centric job descriptions.
How we handle it: Native AI tool that converts traditional JDs into skill-matching profiles instantly.
LERs (Learning and Employment Records)
Definition: Comprehensive digital record of an individual's skills and work history.
How we handle it: Full LER implementation allowing users to own and export their data in machine-readable formats.
Public Availability
Definition: Platform accessibility to the general public without restricted walls.
How we handle it: Standard web-access protocols and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility compliance.
Interoperability
Definition: Ability to exchange information across different technical platforms.
How we handle it: Open API architecture and support for W3C and IEEE standards.
LER-to-credential-to-competency
Definition: Mapping specific credentials directly to measurable workplace skills.
How we handle it: Proprietary mapping engine linking 100k+ competencies to global curriculum standards.
Simulate job application
Definition: Testing how LER data performs in an actual hiring workflow.
How we handle it: Integrated "Sandboxed" application portal for users to test their profiles against real-world criteria.
Sustainability plan
Definition: Strategy for financial and operational longevity post-grant.
How we handle it: Tiered employer pricing and value-add services that ensure self-funding within 24 months.
Live Data

Proven Outcomes

Real numbers from our live platform — not projections.

12,482
Total Job Placements
YTD across all consortium partners
250k+
Active Platform Users
Workers, learners & employers
9 yrs
In Operation
Proven, stable technology — since 2016
$142.8M
Total Earnings Facilitated
Across all placement and career pathways
+18%
Year-over-Year Growth
Consistent upward trend in earnings outcomes
88%
Guidance Success Rate
Measured across AICA Assistant sessions
450K+
Guidance Interactions
AICA Assistant & Human Mentorship combined
8,902
Credentials Awarded
Verified completions, YTD
72.4%
Completion Rate
Target: 80%
5,000+
Credential Types
Across all partner institutions
Trending Skills
Generative AI+112%
Data Analytics+45%
Cloud Architecture+32%
Hot — In-Demand Skills Now
Regional Supply Gaps
Healthcare — Critical Logistics Tech Green Energy
Critical = severe regional shortage.
Trending = growing fast, opportunity window.
Deployment Tiers

Deployment Tiers

CTO Ready (Bundle)
Complete marketplace infrastructure for a single consortium.
 
Starting at
$30,500/year
 
  • 5 Consortium Partners
  • Full Requirements Compliance
  • Basic Outcomes Dashboard
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Advanced
Outcomes + Career Services
Full suite with dedicated modular growth capabilities.
 
$6,000/year per module
 
  • Unlimited Partners
  • Advanced AI Guidance Modules
  • White-glove Onboarding
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Are you prepared to join the pilot in 3 months?

Let's discuss your consortium and technical goals.