1405-20260123143618 Magee

The City of Magee, Mississippi is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified firms or individuals to prepare FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applications and administer approved CDBG projects. The primary deliverables include comprehensive CDBG applications that comply with all U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) federal requirements, technical assistance throughout the application process, and project administration services for any awarded grants. Key qualifications required include demonstrated expertise in federal grant writing, CDBG program knowledge, and the ability to ensure compliance with all HUD guidelines, timelines, and documentation standards. The contractor must submit proposals detailing qualifications, CDBG experience, proposed methodology, staffing plan, project timeline, and detailed cost breakdowns for application preparation, project administration, and compliance monitoring. Evaluation criteria include cost-effectiveness, contractor experience and capability, ability to maximize funding opportunities, and demonstrated compliance expertise with federal regulations and reporting requirements. The proposal due date is February 24, 2026, with the contract term anticipated to cover the full FY 2026 cycle and potential continuation based on satisfactory performance and continued funding availability.

The RFP indicates that preference may be given to firms with prior experience administering CDBG funds in Mississippi or similar rural communities, though specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation materials. The contract will be funded through CDBG allocation resources available to the City of Magee, making this opportunity accessible to entities with demonstrated expertise in federal grant administration. While specific award values or budget ranges are not provided in the RFP summary, pricing is to be submitted as part of the proposal response, with costs evaluated alongside qualifications and experience. Interested parties should note that the City will assess all bids based on cost-effectiveness and the contractor's demonstrated capability to deliver compliant, competitive grant applications while maintaining full adherence to applicable federal regulations.