The Department is seeking the services of a consultant/company to assist in the development and implementation of a sector initiative (also called a sector partnership) that will focus on the workforce needs of key industries in regional state labor markets. The Consultant is expected to utilize workforce intermediaries (or conveners) to engage employers and other key stakeholders; to develop expertise in the industry of focus; and to coordinate information and resources to develop and implement effective, coordinated responses workforce challenges common across employers and regions. The Consultant will assist in the development of leadership to help coordinate policies toward common goals.