CONSULTING SERVICES - COUNTY OF MOORE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE UPDATES
| Location: | North Carolina |
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| Posted: | Dec 23, 2025 |
| Due: | Jan 22, 2026 |
| Agency: | County of Moore |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | RFQ 2026-04 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
| Bid Number: |
RFQ 2026-04
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| Bid Title: |
CONSULTING SERVICES - COUNTY OF MOORE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE UPDATES
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| Category: | Moore County General Bids |
| Status: | Open |
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COUNTY OF MOORE
NORTH CAROLINA
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
ISSUE DATE: December 23, 2025
RFQ#: 2026-04
TITLE: Consulting Services – County of Moore Unified Development Ordinance Updates
ISSUING DEPARTMENT:
County of Moore
Attn: Terra Vuncannon
1 Courthouse Square
Carthage, NC 28327
Sealed qualifications will be received until 4:00 p.m. Thursday, January 22, 2026 from
qualified firms for A Consulting Services – County of Moore Unified Development
Ordinance Updates for the County of Moore Planning Department. For your convenience,
a Bid Drop-Off Box is located in the lobby at 1 Courthouse Square, Carthage, NC (the
historic Courthouse). Please note “RFQ 2026-04” on sealed envelope.
All inquiries for information concerning the Request for Qualifications shall be directed to:
Terra Vuncannon, Purchasing Manager
1 Courthouse Square
Carthage, NC 28327
(910) 947-4017
tvuncannon@moorecountync.gov
Sealed qualifications shall be delivered to tvuncannon@moorecountync.gov and shall bear
the name and number of this Request for Qualifications in the e-mail subject header. It is
the sole responsibility of the Firm to ensure that its response reaches the Issuing
Department by the designated date and hour indicated above.
In compliance with the Request for Qualifications and to all the terms and conditions
imposed herein, the undersigned offers and agrees to furnish the services and install the
goods described in accordance with the attached signed response.
Firm Name: ___________________________________ Date: __________________
Address: ______________________________________ Phone: _________________
______________________________________ By: _____________________
(typed)
By: ____________________
(signed)
Authorized Signatory E-mail address: ____________________________________________
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
E-VERIFY AFFIDAVIT
W-9 FORM
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Project Overview
The County of Moore is inviting qualified consulting firms or persons to submit Statements of
Qualifications, Interest, and Experience in updating the Moore County Unified Development
Ordinance (UDO). The County is interested in firms capable of providing professional services
including, but not limited to research, ordinance text drafting, graphics rendering, and final
document preparation.
Background
The Moore County Board of Commissioners recently approved the 2025 Moore County Land
Use Plan. The plan includes a series of goals, recommendations, and actions intended to guide
future growth in the County while protecting its rural ambiance, heritage, and valuable natural
resources.
This project will focus on updates to the UDO to reflect the updated 2025 Moore County Land
Use Plan. Additionally, the firm will analyze and update other key topics within the UDO as
identified by County Staff, the Planning Board and/or the Board of Commissioners. These topics
may include, but are not limited to:
• Minor/Major Subdivision Regulations
• Highway Corridor Overlay Districts
• Definitions and Standards for New Uses
• Watershed – High Density Option
• Other Updates as Identified in Thorough Analysis
Services Requested
The following scope of work is intended to guide preparation for updates to the Moore County
Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). This Scope of Work is intended to provide a general
framework for this project. The County expects that the final Scope of Work will reflect
modifications made based upon staff discussions with the selected firm.
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1. Analysis of Existing Code
Conduct detailed review of the current UDO to assess function, accuracy, opportunities for
improved clarity, and compliance with NC General Statutes for zoning, subdivision, building and
land development.
Link to the Current Unified Development Ordinance: Ordinances | Moore County, NC
2. Review the 2025 Moore County Land Use Plan
The Moore County Board of Commissioners adopted the 2025 Land Use Plan in October 2025.
This plan serves as the policy document for guiding future growth, decisions, investments in
infrastructure, and services. Key issues and opportunities were identified through community
engagement and formation of a Steering Committee. These activities resulted in a series of
policy recommendations and supporting implementation strategies.
The firm shall review the Land Use Plan and create a detailed report of items within the Land
Use Plan that need to be updated in the UDO.
Link to the 2025 Moore County Land Use Plan: 2025-Land-Use-Plan-PDF
Work Product: Detailed report of items within the Land Use Plan that need to be implemented
through updates to the UDO.
3. Develop Framework for UDO Update
Based on policies and action items contained in the Land Use Plan, and recommendations from
County Staff, Planning Board, Board of Commissioners, and other items identified in the firm’s
review process, develop a framework for the UDO update. The framework shall include specific
topics that will be addressed in the update, sections of the document that will be updated, and list
any graphics/charts that are needed.
4. Draft UDO Update
Firm shall prepare UDO text updates with all necessary charts and graphics.
Coordination
The oversight and guidance for preparation of the UDO update will be provided by County staff.
The Moore County Planning Board and/or Board of Commissioners may also be consulted
throughout the process. Firm’s proposal should identify key stages for input from the Planning
Board and Board of Commissioners.
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Procedural Requirements
All proposals must provide the following information for review:
Please label each section and place in your bound response in the order below.
The submitted proposal must address all elements of scope of work as outlined in the RFQ and
should include (at a minimum) the following elements:
1. Cover Letter expressing interest and understanding of the project
2. Firm Overview including relevant qualifications, certifications, and capacity
3. Key Staff and Resumes
4. Project Approach/Work Plan
The section should include a detailed description of the proposer’s understanding of the
intent of the project and its objectives, the character of the required deliverables, and overall
approach to the project. The proposer should identify the level of assistance required from
the County to complete each task.
5. References (minimum of 3) from similar clients or projects.
6. Any sub-consultants that will be used along with their experience, credentials, and at least
two references.
Consultant Evaluation
The proposals will be evaluated on the firm’s ability to meet the requirements of the Request for
Qualifications. The specific evaluation criteria, among other factors, will include:
• Demonstrated Experience in creating similar work product of a Unified Development
Ordinance and ability to prepare user-friendly documents, supported by references to
similar work. (30%)
• Qualifications of the Firm and Personnel (including any subcontractors) to be assigned
to this project demonstrating the consultant’s capacity to complete requested services, their
experience completing similar projects, including experience with research and analysis
related to the scope of work elements. (20%)
• Quality and Clarity of the Proposed Approach. Demonstration of overall project
understanding and clarity of the proposal and creativity/thoroughness in addressing the
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