North Carolina eVP #600RFP 2026

Cumberland County Solicits Providers for White Flag Cold Weather Shelter Services

Cumberland County, North Carolina, is seeking qualified vendors and nonprofit organizations to provide White Flag cold weather shelter services for homeless individuals and families during extreme cold events. - Government Buyer: - County of Cumberland, North Carolina - Department: Not specified (county-level procurement) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Operation of White Flag emergency shelters during cold weather (when temperature or wind chill is forecasted at 32°F or below) - Services must be available November through March, up to 50 days per year - Facility requirements: must meet safety, occupancy, and accessibility standards - Provision of basic needs: food, showers, cots, linens, bathrooms - Staffing: must demonstrate capacity to staff and operate the shelter, including safety for families and children - Data reporting: must provide data for the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) - Budget: vendors must submit a detailed budget; eligible expenses include staffing, security, meals, supplies, cleaning, utilities, transportation, and insurance - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Physical facility required (cannot be virtual or temporary pop-up only) - Must ensure safety and accessibility for all populations, including families and children - Data collection and reporting to HMIS is mandatory - Funding covers a range of operational expenses, but no capital improvements - No specific product brands, part numbers, or OEMs are referenced

Description

Cumberland County is seeking proposals from providers to partner in providing White Flag shelters during cold weather conditions when temperature or wind chill is forecasted at 32 degrees or below. The shelters must meet safety, occupancy, and accessibility standards and provide basic needs such as food, showers, cots, linens, and bathrooms. Vendors must demonstrate capacity through staffing, ensure safety for families and children, and commit to data reporting. The contract will be awarded based on qualifications, experience, technical approach, safety policies, and cost proposal.

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