Opportunity
Cumberland County NC MUNIS #794
Cumberland County seeks providers for White Flag emergency shelter services during extreme cold weather.
Posted
August 11, 2026
Respond By
September 01, 2026
Identifier
794
NAICS
624221, 624230, 624229
Cumberland County, North Carolina, is seeking qualified providers to deliver White Flag emergency shelter services during periods of extreme cold weather. - Government Buyer: - Cumberland County, North Carolina - Department responsible for emergency shelter operations - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; solicitation is open to service providers, nonprofits, and other entities - Products/Services Requested: - White Flag Shelter Operation Services - Activation of emergency shelters when temperatures or wind chill reach 32°F or below - Anticipated for up to 50 days annually between November and March - Providers must have a physical facility meeting safety, occupancy, and accessibility standards - Provision of basic needs: food, showers, cots, linens, bathrooms - Data reporting via Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) - Appropriate staffing ratios and safety measures for families and children - Operation as a low-barrier shelter - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Facility must be accessible and safe for all populations, including families and children - Commitment to data reporting and compliance with HMIS - Eligible expenses include staffing, security, meals, supplies, cleaning, utilities, transportation, and insurance - Award based on qualifications, experience, technical approach, safety policies, and cost proposal - No specific product part numbers or quantities; focus is on service delivery and facility capability
Description
Cumberland County is seeking proposals from providers to partner in providing White Flag shelters that operate when temperatures or wind chill are forecasted at 32 degrees or below. The shelters must meet safety, occupancy, and accessibility standards and provide basic needs such as food, showers, and bedding. Vendors must demonstrate capacity, safety measures, and commitment to service delivery, including data reporting to the Homeless Management Information System. The contract will be awarded based on qualifications, experience, technical approach, safety policies, and cost proposal.