North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Beach and Waterfront Access Grants RFP 2026
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality | State of North CarolinaState · Raleigh, NC- Due
- Apr 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- District Planner
The 30-second brief
Provides matching grants to local governments for projects to improve pedestrian access to the state's beaches and waterways.
Pedestrian access must be a major component; Community's history of previous assistance; Demonstrated need; Project identified in local plan; Commitment of matching funds; Ability to complete/maintain projects. Priority for land acquisition, projects exceeding ADA, and those incorporating resiliency via nature-based features.
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Summary
Provides matching grants to local governments for projects to improve pedestrian access to the state's beaches and waterways.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Pedestrian access must be a major component
- Community's history of previous assistance
- Demonstrated need
- Project identified in local plan
- Commitment of matching funds
- Ability to complete/maintain projects
Priority for land acquisition, projects exceeding ADA, and those incorporating resiliency via nature-based features.
- Scope location
- 20 coastal counties and their municipalities that have public trust waters (ocean, estuarine or riverine waters) within their jurisdictions.
- Reported agency
- North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality | State of North Carolina?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 24, 2026. For questions, contact District Planner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality | State of North Carolina 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 RFP 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 District Planner. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Pedestrian access must be a major component; Community's history of previous assistance; Demonstrated need; Project identified in local plan; Commitment of matching funds; Ability to complete/maintain..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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. Review the full document from North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality | State of North Carolina for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: 20 coastal counties and their municipalities that have public trust waters (ocean, estuarine or riverine waters) within their jurisdictions.. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.