The Municipal Impact Fund (MIF) is designed to provide municipal partners with the capacity-building resources necessary to plan for, implement, and expand local affordable housing initiatives throughout Wake County. The program seeks to strengthen collaboration among local governments, support municipalities within Wake County in evaluating and addressing their housing needs, and enhance the overall effectiveness of affordable housing efforts across the County.
Seeks programs to provide direct services to children, families, child care facilities or community organizations, in alignment with WCSS's strategic priorities and established community need.
Sole Source:Generally avoid. Only pursue if the product is truly unique (patented/copyrighted) and coordinate justification with Procurement.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell and BuyBoard; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Wake County, NC has a documented aversion to sole source. No dollar threshold is provided. Use only when the product has a registered copyright or patent with no functional equivalent. Work directly with the Division of Procurement Services to prepare justification under North Carolina G.S. 143-129(f) and obtain required approvals.
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Wake County uses cooperative purchasing and is a confirmed participant in Sourcewell (ID# 18793) and BuyBoard. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Wake County Contracts
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ACI Payments, Inc. at Wake County
Effective: Feb 10, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document, Attachment 2, Schedule 1, details the ACI Speedpay Bill Payment Services provided by ACI PAYMENTS, INC. to WAKE COUNTY, NC. It outlines the types of payments accepted (ACH, Cards, etc.), various payment entry methods, and specific additional services like DDA Account Validation. The contract specifies ACI's and Customer's responsibilities, including implementation, support, and de-implementation services. It also includes sections on fees, service levels, problem resolution, and an AMEX Addendum. The initial term is for five years from the date of first production use, with automatic one-year renewals. A separate Merchant Services Agreement for Sub-Merchants with Worldpay, LLC. is also included as an attachment.
ACI Payments, Inc. at Wake County
Effective: Mar 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is the ACI Application Services Master Agreement D-1217, serving as Attachment 1 to a broader Services Agreement between ACI Payments, Inc. and Wake County, NC, effective March 1, 2022. It establishes the general terms, conditions, and security protocols governing the provision of application and professional services. Specific service details and associated fees are to be outlined in subsequent Schedules. The agreement covers operational aspects, legal provisions, and detailed security requirements through its Security Addendum.
ACI Payments, Inc. at Wake County
Effective: Mar 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Services Agreement is between Wake County, North Carolina and ACI Payments, Inc. for the provision of electronic payment processing services. The contract is effective from March 1, 2022, to March 1, 2027. Key terms cover service provision, payment, relationship of parties, insurance, indemnification, non-assignment, governing law, and compliance with various state and federal regulations, including E-Verify, Iran Divestment, Federal Funds, Anti-Discrimination, and PCI Compliance. The agreement explicitly states a maximum payable amount of $0.00, suggesting that specific payment amounts are likely managed through amendments or a usage-based model rather than a fixed total.
Carahsoft Technology Corp. at Wake County
Effective: Jul 21, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Change Order (SOW#43608618) to an existing Statement of Work (SOW#35697898) between Carahsoft Technology Corp. and Wake County Government. Effective March 18, 2024, the change order expands the scope of Salesforce solution implementation for various social services units, increases estimated professional services hours, and extends the project timeline to a total of 57 weeks from the original SOW start date. A total monetary value for the contract is not explicitly stated.
Carahsoft Technology Corp. at Wake County
Effective: Jul 21, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This is a Change Order (CO#7, Q#53219840) dated March 13, 2025, from Carahsoft Technology Corp. to Wake County, specifically for the County of Wake - HHS. It amends SOW#2023-0001, which had an original effective date of 7/21/2023. The change order primarily adds scope for Operations & Maintenance, Remedial Support, and Support Updates/Enhancements for the CWConnect application by Salesforce Professional Services (SFDC). It extends the project timeline by seven weeks, resulting in a total project duration of approximately 104 weeks from the original SOW's effective date. While estimated hours for new work roles are provided, no total professional services fees are explicitly listed in this document. The Change Order itself has an expiration date of March 31, 2025, for signature.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Wake County
Board of Commissioners for the County of Wake Regular Meeting
Date: May 20, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The Board approved a resolution concerning the proposed issuance of up to $142,000,000 in General Obligation Library Bonds. This action involves authorizing the publication of a notice of intent to file an application with the North Carolina Local Government Commission and directing county officials to file the necessary application. The Board determined the need for additional library buildings and facilities and established that the capital projects are necessary, with appropriate fiscal management compliance.
Wake County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Date: Aug 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Commissioners addressed a wide range of agenda items, including retiree recognition, the Wake County Public School System's 50th Anniversary, and various budgetary appropriations such as those for opioid settlement funds and cooperative extension. The meeting included the approval of several contracts and construction projects, including the North Wake-Household Hazardous Waste Facility rebuild. Additionally, the Board handled easement conveyances, approved FY2027 Capital Improvement Program appropriations for school systems, adopted updates to the Business Development Grant Policy, and held public hearings regarding subdivision road improvements and the potential combination of WakeMed and Atrium.
Wake County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 20, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Commissioners conducted a regular meeting covering various administrative and planning items. Key discussions included retiree recognition, property annexation for the Town of Holly Springs, lease agreements for Umstead State Park, and the awarding of a construction contract for Kellam Wyatt County Park. The Board approved appropriations for housing and grants, authorized a contract for firearm evidence examination, and addressed capital budget adjustments and staffing requests for Emergency Medical Services. Furthermore, the Board held public hearings and approved amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding subdivisions, land use, and watershed protection. Appointments were also made to the Wake County Housing Authority and the Zebulon Planning Board, followed by reports from various advisory boards and individual commissioners.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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