Description
The County of Cumberland, North Carolina, is issuing an RFI to identify qualified development firms that can design, construct, and subsequently manage a 24,000‑square‑foot temporary emergency shelter for men, women, and children experiencing homelessness. The facility must meet ADA standards, accommodate 100+ occupants, include a kennel for service animals, and be capable of lease‑to‑own or lease‑only arrangements. Respondents must detail their construction experience, project management capabilities, financing models, and ability to secure local approvals.
• 24,000 sq ft emergency shelter with ADA‑compliant kitchen, bathrooms, parking, and kennel space
• Must serve 100+ individuals/families, including men, women, children, and service‑animal accommodations
• Required experience in temporary shelter construction, design‑development documents, and in‑house construction capabilities
• Provide a Project Manager and strategic oversight (risk management, resource allocation, community engagement)
• Offer lease‑to‑own or lease‑only financial models and cost estimates for construction
• Demonstrate sound financial standing, no liens, and ability to obtain zoning/building approvals
• Submit a concise (≤6 pages) response by Nov 9 2026; questions due Oct 30 2026.
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Contact
Heather Skeens(Assistant County Manager)