Real Estate

County issues RFP for real estate brokerage services

By Staff Report, posted 9 months ago

Cumberland County has released a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking qualified real estate brokerage services to assist in the acquisition of property.

The selected real estate brokerage firm will work with the county to secure property, address unexpected issues as needed and work with the County Attorney’s office to facilitate one or more commercial real estate transactions.

Key Dates

  • RFP Issued: Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025
  • Questions Due: 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025 and must be emailed to Assistant County Manager Heather Skeens at hskeens@cumberlandcountync.gov
  • Proposals Due: 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025

Interested real estate brokerage firms must be duly licensed under the North Carolina Real Estate License Law (G.S. Chapter 93A) and comply with the North Carolina Real Estate Commission’s agency disclosure and representation rules. Proposals will be evaluated based on qualifications, past experience, understanding of the project, adherence to proposal guidelines, cost and responses to specific vendor questions.

The selected firm will be expected to:

  • Develop strategies for identifying suitable properties that meet the requirements
  • Coordinate and participate in site tours of available properties for sale
  • Provide market analysis and pricing guidance with respect to negotiations
  • Represent the County in negotiations from time of offer to, and including, closing
  • Coordinate and handle all customary real estate transaction activities

To view the full RFP and submit a proposal, visit the Cumberland County Vendor Self Service site at 

https://ccmunis.co.cumberland.nc.us/vss/default.aspx

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