Request for Proposals (RFP) Community Project Funding (CPF) Grant Administration and Construction Management Services

Lenoir County, NC, is seeking a qualified firm to provide full‑service grant administration and construction management for a HUD Economic Development Initiative Community Project Funding (CPF) program. The County has been awarded $5.182 million in HUD EDI CPF funds to install water and sewer infrastructure and support economic development for low‑ and moderate‑income residents. The contractor will be responsible for administering the grant in compliance with HUD, federal, state, and local regulations, preparing reports, managing eligibility, and overseeing all aspects of construction—including coordination with contractors, schedule monitoring, code compliance, quality control, and final acceptance. The scope also includes environmental review, Section 3 and minority‑business participation compliance, and preparation for HUD monitoring visits. Proposals must include firm qualifications, relevant project experience, staff resumes, a detailed approach, hourly rates, and insurance certifications. Evaluation will be based on experience, staff qualifications, capacity, approach, and cost.