Neighborhood Grant Administrator Services

Grant term: December 1st, 2025 to December 31st, 2027

Date of Request: March 24th, 2026

Last day of Questions: April 4th, 2026

Proposal Due Date: April 6th, 2026 at 12:00 noon

The government authority in Hastings, Michigan seeks a certified grant administrator to manage and provide third-party administrative services for the implementation of a community development block grant (CDBG) funded project. Responsibilities include program outreach, intake of applications, eligibility verification, and coordination of environmental reviews. The administrator will also offer assistance in procurement, support financial management, monitor construction and labor compliance, manage reporting, and oversee grant closeout activities.

The selected firm will ensure project files are reviewed and maintained digitally or in the office, facilitating compliance with federal regulations and CDBG guidelines. Duties include developing standards for grant metric reports, collaborating on the grant management plan, overseeing job scheduling and progress, conducting final inspections, and maintaining quality control. The administrator will prepare quarterly payment requests, perform progress inspections, confirm local match documentation, and ensure all aspects of program administration, compliance, and reporting are properly executed.