City of Kinston Request for Qualifications 2026
City of KinstonCity · Kinston, NC- Due
- Apr 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jordan Kearney
- (252) 939-4021
The 30-second brief
The City of Kinston is seeking qualified firms to provide lead-based paint inspection and risk assessment, radon testing, and asbestos inspection services for residential structures funded by the Essential Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Pool Program and Urgent Repair Program.
Asbestos inspection report, Lead-based paint inspection report, Radon testing results, Clearance inspection reports
Qualifications and Certifications, Turnaround Time, Cost Competitiveness
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Summary
The City of Kinston is seeking qualified firms to provide lead-based paint inspection and risk assessment, radon testing, and asbestos inspection services for residential structures funded by the Essential Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Pool Program and Urgent Repair Program.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Qualifications and Certifications
- Turnaround Time
- Cost Competitiveness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Asbestos inspection report
- Lead-based paint inspection report
- Radon testing results
- Clearance inspection reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Letter of interest including fee structure and turnaround time
- Submit to
- City of Kinston, Attn: Planning Department, PO Box 339, Kinston, NC 28501 (Physical Delivery: 207 E. King Street, Kinston, NC 28501)
- Scope location
- Kinston, Lenoir County
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Kinston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Kinston, Attn: Planning Department, PO Box 339, Kinston, NC 28501 (Physical Delivery: 207 E. King Street, Kinston, NC 28501). For questions, contact Jordan Kearney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Kinston in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jordan Kearney at (252) 939-4021. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Asbestos inspection report, Lead-based paint inspection report, Radon testing results, Clearance inspection reports. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications and Certifications, Turnaround Time, Cost Competitiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kinston?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kinston are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kinston regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Letter of interest including fee structure and turnaround time. Review the full document from City of Kinston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kinston, Lenoir County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.