Lead-Based Paint Inspections

Lee County, North Carolina is requesting proposals for lead-based paint inspection and risk assessment services for residential rehabilitation under a Community Development Block Grant–Neighborhood Revitalization program, with sealed bids due July 7, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Only firms holding current North Carolina certification for lead-based paint inspectors and risk assessors are eligible.

The scope covers pre-rehabilitation lead-based paint inspections and risk assessments on up to three residential structures within Lee County; post-rehabilitation clearance inspections; and additional lead sampling or testing as directed by the Construction Inspector during construction. All work must comply with 24 CFR Part 35, North Carolina Lead-Based Paint Hazard Management Program Rules 10A NCAC 41C Section .0900, and 40 CFR 745 Subpart L.

Proposals must include a rate schedule for inspection, risk assessment, and clearance services; documentation of current North Carolina certification; applicable insurance coverage; and the firm's average response time for completing inspections and submitting reports following Notice to Proceed. The County emphasizes expedited turnaround as a requirement. Sealed bids in duplicate are due at the Lee County Finance Office, 115 Chatham Street, Suite 301, Sanford, NC 27330. The County anticipates issuing a Notice to Proceed within approximately 30 days of award and contract execution. Lee County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, request additional information, modify or cancel the RFP, or select the proposal deemed most advantageous to the County.