Statements of qualifications and proposals are being requested from consultants with a strong record in successfully assisting local governments with the implementation of state and federally funded grant and loan programs. Plans are to contract within a year from the date of this notice, with a reputable consulting firm for grant writing and administration services for Federally Funded Projects related to community and economic development. This procurement could include American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Redevelopment Fund Projects (RDF), Employment Incentive Program (EIP), OneGeorgia Programs, Economic Development Administrations (EDA) Projects, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Projects, and any other federally funded project in Compliance with 2 CFR 200 for Procurement. Immediate plans call for services to assist with the preparation and administration of a 2023 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) project including but not limited to pedestrian safety improvements and recreation facilities, water system improvements, sewer system improvements, road improvements, and drainage improvements. This project is covered under the requirements of Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968, as amended and Section 3 Business Concerns are encouraged to apply.