Request for Proposals - Administration & Related Grant Services

The Crisp County Board of Commissioners is seeking a consulting firm to provide comprehensive grant writing and administrative services for a FY2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The Request for Proposals (RFP) targets consultants to assist with a project focused on water, sewer, street, and/or drainage improvements. Specific services required include grant application preparation, environmental review, draw requests, financial administration, public hearing assistance, acquisition support, bid document preparation, Davis-Bacon labor requirement compliance, and project close-out documentation. Proposals must include detailed information about the firm's history, CDBG experience, service capacity, current workload, proposed service levels, project references, and fee structures. The RFP requires interested parties to request a Statement of Qualifications Form and Section 3 Solicitation Package prior to submission, with proposals due by 4:00 PM on October 28, 2025. The evaluation will assess the consultant's CDBG knowledge, organizational capacity, past performance, project experience, current workload, and fee reasonableness.

The procurement opportunity emphasizes compliance with federal regulations, including Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968, which encourages employment and contracting opportunities for low- and very low-income residents and businesses. The project is subject to multiple civil rights and accessibility laws, including the Civil Rights Act, Fair Housing Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Build America, Buy America Act. Section 3 Business Concerns are specifically encouraged to apply, with potential preference given to firms that can demonstrate commitment to local economic opportunities. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services suggests a significant project scope. The procurement is open to consulting firms with demonstrated expertise in CDBG program management, with a particular focus on municipalities and counties seeking infrastructure improvement grants. Proposals will be evaluated on their ability to provide comprehensive, compliant, and effective grant writing and administrative services for the planned infrastructure improvements.