The City of Raleigh is seeking a qualified nonprofit or private agency to fully administer its Limited Repair Program, which provides zero‑interest, forgivable loans up to $20,000 to low‑income homeowners for health‑ and safety‑related home repairs. The contractor will be responsible for marketing the program, qualifying applicants, managing intake, conducting inspections, preparing bid specifications, coordinating the competitive bidding process, overseeing construction, handling billing and close‑out, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The contract will be funded in part by HUD, with payments made on a reimbursement basis after documented completion of each repair unit. The award is anticipated in mid‑October 2026, and proposals are due September 29, 2026.
• Administer end‑to‑end program operations for low‑income homeowner repairs.
• Market the program and process client intake, eligibility verification, and loan underwriting.
• Conduct site inspections, develop scopes of work, and prepare bid packages.
• Manage contractor selection, construction oversight, change orders, and lien releases.
• Perform billing, invoicing, and final documentation for reimbursement.
• Maintain GAAP‑compliant accounting, record retention, and audit readiness.
• Ensure compliance with HUD, NC, and City regulations, including lead‑based paint rules.