Narrative: d. 2.

IEL/CE funds will be allocated to providers based on a direct and equitable, competitive process based on the 13 considerations. Funds will be distributed on a competitive basis that is direct and equitable through the RFP process as described in section III “Distribution of Funds for Core Programs”. Funds available under section 243 of the WIOA will be for a four year cycle, however, the ADWS-AES state office will review the performance level of providers after two years to determine if a new competition is needed or warranted. Funds will be allocated using a model that references adult ELL demographics and immigration patterns for the state. It is anticipated that the Arkansas Adult Education will receive at least the established and historical minimum of $60,000 per year. In accordance with the requirements of Title II, programs requesting IEL/CE grant-based funds through the RFP process will be awarded based on a local program’s ELL enrolled population; ELL enrolled population growth; and, performance in educational gains and outcomes. Programs requesting funds through the RFP will include a budget and narrative describing the program’s plans for funds; the ELL population enrolled for the previous fiscal year; and, actual or anticipated ELL population growth based on the Department of Labor statistics. Each RFP will be evaluated based on a rubric provided by the state and funds will be distributed based on need and services provided.