The Partnership is currently accepting proposals or applications for projects or specific activities that address the goals of the statewide Smart Start initiative. For this funding opportunity, the Partnership is specifically seeking qualified providers to deliver speech therapy and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services to eligible children.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
131682
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
523
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
56,939
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
73 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Not viable except for documented emergencies; otherwise expect full competition.
Coops:OMNIA Partners and Sourcewell are available; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding. Also consider NC Statewide Term Contracts and NCDIT Statewide IT Contracts.
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Hoke County, NC:No evidence of standard sole source usage. Competition is only waived for documented emergencies. Practical note: prioritize monitoring the county bid portal and NC eVP; treat sole source as non-viable for typical purchases.
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You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative vehicles by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
There is no evidence that Hoke County, NC uses cooperative purchasing today.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Hoke County
Hoke County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board addressed several financial and administrative matters, including tax collection reports for August and budget transfers to manage jail overtime. The meeting included the approval of appointments to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council and a public hearing regarding community transportation program grants. The Board also accepted a hazardous material emergency preparedness grant, authorized a contract increase for the Lindsay Road utility relocation project, and received status updates on the upcoming county audit.
Hoke County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting featured a public comment session where citizens addressed the animal shelter construction progress, code enforcement issues, and the need for ordinances to regulate semi-truck parking in residential neighborhoods. Additionally, a public hearing was held for a rezoning application at 8861 Fayetteville Road to allow for commercial development, specifically a convenience store. The application was met with opposition from residents concerned about increased traffic and infrastructure impacts.
Garvin FergusonAssistant Finance Director (Assistant Chief Fiscal Officer equivalent)
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Date: Aug 3, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The board conducted a public hearing regarding an application for a special use permit for a truck stop at a gas station. Key discussions centered on the necessity of the permit to allow overnight truck parking, compliance with zoning ordinances, and the implementation of required buffers, such as fencing and landscaping, to mitigate impacts on future area development. Concerns were raised by a resident regarding noise from idling trucks, traffic safety, and the overall benefit of the project to the county. The board also discussed the role of code enforcement in addressing compliance issues and whether to uphold the planning board's recommendation.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track Hoke County meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
