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This is a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) request issued by the City of Laurel, Mississippi, for Professional Grant Preparer and Grant Administration Services related to the Mississippi Home Corporation HOME Grant program. The City of Laurel is soliciting qualified firms to provide comprehensive grant preparation and administration services to support the effective management and utilization of HOME Grant funds. The SOQ process is designed to evaluate the qualifications, experience, and capabilities of prospective service providers before issuing a formal request for proposals. Interested parties are required to submit statements detailing their relevant experience, technical expertise, organizational capacity, and proposed approach to grant administration. The specific submission deadline, site visit opportunities, and any scheduled bidders' conference or informational meetings should be referenced in the complete solicitation documentation for exact dates and procedures.

The funding for this engagement will be derived from the Mississippi Home Corporation HOME Grant program, which provides federal resources for housing-related initiatives. The City of Laurel will evaluate SOQ submissions based on demonstrated qualifications and suitability to perform the required grant preparation and administrative functions. This procurement may include considerations for local or disadvantaged business set-asides as applicable under Mississippi procurement regulations. The term of the contract and any renewal options will be specified in the formal agreement developed following the SOQ evaluation process. Additional information regarding funding amounts, specific grant program requirements, and detailed scope parameters should be confirmed through the complete solicitation package and any related addenda or amendments issued by the City of Laurel.