REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

RFI 2026 – DEVELOPMENT

PARTNER TO BUILD AND

MAINTAIN A FACILITY

(Utilizing the Board of County

Commissioners approved Unhoused

Support Center Design)

Date of Issue: October 26, 2026

Questions Due Date: October 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET

RFI Due Date: November 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET

Direct all inquiries concerning this RFI to:

Heather Skeens

Assistant County Manager

Email: hskeens@cumberlandcountync.gov

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1.0 PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND

The Purpose of the Cumberland County, North Carolina, in issuing this Request for Information (RFI) is to gather information from qualified, experienced Development Firms to build and maintain a facility using the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners approved Unhoused Support Center design, and lease it to the County, including any lease-to-own or purchase option the respondent offers. The County is looking for a development partner that can act as an extension of Cumberland County, managing every phase of facility creation.

This is not a Request for Proposals (RFP), nor a guarantee of future contract opportunities.

The goal is to explore innovative approaches for Cumberland County, NC and gather insights into potential partners that can enhance the quality of life and support for individuals experiencing homelessness. Women, Children and Men for a future temporary emergency shelter.

The County welcomes the responses of all legally qualified vendors, including service providers, as well as competitive providers, nonprofit organizations, and other entities that are interested in partnering with the County. Providers may respond as part of a partnership with other organizations or may provide separate responses.

2.0 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION DOCUMENT

Vendors are required to read, understand, and comply with all information contained within this Request for Information (“RFI”).

Any questions regarding this RFI should be submitted to Heather Skeens, Assistant County Manager by email to hskeens@cumberlandcountync.gov by no later than October 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.

Responses received after the Due Date/Time will not be considered. Cumberland County reserves the right to terminate this RFI at any time, as determined by County in its sole discretion.

The RFI packet may be found on the Cumberland County website Vendor Self Service Site, https://cumberlandcountync.munisselfservice.com/vss/Vendors/VBids/Default.aspx .

Complete RFI responses must be emailed to hskeens@cumberlandcountync.gov on or before 4:00 PM ET on November 9, 2026. The subject line of the email must identify the RFI title: RFI 2026-

DEVELOPMENT PARTNER TO BUILD AND MAINTAIN A FACILITY.

Vendors are responsible for all costs associated with the preparation, submittal, and presentation of their responses. This RFI is not a solicitation for bids or proposals. It is a request for information regarding the matters described below.

Any information disclosed in the submission of the RFI could be utilized for potential agreement with the county to provide the services. The County reserves the right to finalize a contract with one or more Vendors based on all factors involved in the written response submittal without further discussion or interviews.

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3.0 NOTICES TO VENDOR

3.1 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS AND CONFIDENTIALITY

PROHIBITED COMMUNICATION: Each vendor submitting a response (including its representatives, sub-contractors and/or suppliers) is prohibited from having any communications with any person outside of the contact listed before. A Vendor not in compliance with this provision may be disqualified from contract award.

4.0 RESPONSE CONTENT REQUIREMENTS

4.1 RESPONSE CONTENT

We request all interested Service providers and Vendors respond providing the following information should detail expertise and experience in these areas:

Service Provider Organization Information

Organization/Business Name

Contact Information (Name, Title, Phone, Email)

Statement of Qualifications, include your website address.

Description of relevant prior experience, how many years each area of expertise

Development Partner

Experience with construction of temporary emergency shelters

Ability to execute construction project with Design Development Documents

Experience of Project Manager that will be assigned to this project

Provide strategic oversight, resource allocation, risk management and project coordination utilizing a build-to suit model

Effective communication ensuring transparency

Ability to secure local zoning and building approvals as well as positive community involvement

Critical to meet on time delivery, prefer in-house construction capabilities

Cost Model o Lease-to-own option o Lease only option o Cost of construction budget

Facility Requirements

24,000 square feet

Serves men, women and children

Must have kennel for ADA accommodations

Must be able to accommodate 100 people or more (individuals and families, men, women and children)

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Must be a Facility that is ADA state compliance with kitchen, bathrooms, overall facility and parking lot ADA accessible

Must be able to pass yearly inspections provided by county environmental department

The County requires before any consideration, that your organization as a service provider be in good financial standards with the state of NC and with the IRS and no liens on your building facility or diligent (Building) debts (if considered for a contract this information will be verified)

Floor plan attached

4.2 RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS

It is in the best interest of Vendors to submit responses that are clear, concise, and easily understood.

Responses should provide information essential for a straightforward and concise description of vendor capabilities to satisfy the below requirements. All materials submitted in response to this RFI may become public record.

Submissions must not exceed 6 pages in length. Please adhere to the following format when assembling the response:

An 8.5” X 11” format, either vertical or horizontal

A font size no smaller than 11 points

Do not include any web links or any materials not requested in this RFI

5.0 Next Steps

Cumberland County will review responses to identify qualified experienced service providers.

Qualified providers may be invited to discuss capabilities in detail before potential negotiations or further procurement processes.