Buncombe County Seeks Housing Providers for Mothers and Children Impacted by Substance Use

Buncombe County Health & Human Services has reopened a competitive process for community providers to supply housing and supportive services for mothers and their children affected by substance use. The request for proposals was reposted with Addendum 1 on Jan. 6, 2026; the original posting appeared Dec. 11, 2025. Links to the reposted RFP and the addendum are available on the county procurement page, where contact details and submission instructions are listed.

The county is seeking qualified vendors who can provide rooms and a suite of supportive services designed to promote family stability. Required services include life skills training, parenting support, job training, therapy, transportation assistance, and efforts to secure long-term housing stability. The selected vendor must also maintain adequate staffing to ensure the safety of residents and their children.

For local families and service providers, the RFP represents a concrete effort to expand housing-based supports that pair shelter with case management and therapeutic services. Programs that co-locate housing with employment and parenting supports can reduce housing insecurity, limit emergency shelter stays, and lessen pressure on child welfare and emergency services. In Buncombe County, additional capacity targeted to mothers and children could improve continuity of care for families navigating recovery, childcare, and workforce reentry.

The county notice includes the procedural details prospective applicants will need. Vendors interested in applying should consult the county procurement page for the reposted RFP, Addendum 1, and the listed contact and submission instructions. The notice provides guidance about required staffing and service expectations; prospective applicants must follow those instructions to submit a complete proposal.

Local nonprofits, faith-based organizations, housing operators, and social service providers may find this RFP aligns with existing programs or offers an opportunity to expand services for a vulnerable population. Ensuring safe, trauma-informed environments and licensed clinical supports will be central to meeting the county’s requirements. Buncombe County officials are seeking partners able to deliver immediate shelter while also working toward longer-term housing stability for mothers and their children.

Prospective vendors should review the procurement materials on the county website for the full RFP text, addendum details, and instructions on how to submit proposals.