Trading Post for the week of Jan. 13-19, 2021
CLASSIFIEDS
FOR RENT
8 Rm Lodge for sale near Bryson City. Income Producing and Big Views. Price $745,000. Jack A. Calloway, Broker 828-421-3939. jaccallowayre@gmail.com
FOR SALE
Land for sale Big Cove Parcel 639-C and Parcel 639-B for a Total of 1.866 Acres. Flat buildable, Partially cleared, Inspected, House Sites Approved Water and Power Extremely Close.12k, Robert Blankenship 828-736-8928. 1/20
WANTED
Small Track Hoe in good working condition with hydraulic thumb and reasonably priced. Please call 828-736-0313.
LEGAL NOTICES
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
Cherokee, North Carolina
Estate File No. 20-098
In the Matter of the Estate of George Hornbuckle Sr.
All persons, firms and corporations having claims against this estate are notified to exhibit them to the fiduciary(s) listed on or before the date listed or be barred from their recovery.
Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the appointed fiduciary(s) listed below.
Date to submit claims: 90 DAYS FROM DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION
Rachel Sneed
P.O. Box 998
Cherokee, NC 28719
NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION
EBCI THE CHEROKEE COURT
CHEROKEE, NC
FILE NO.: CV 17-388
Dustin French, Plaintiff
Gary French, Intervenor
Margaret French, Intervenor
v.
Kelly Long, Defendant
In Re: D.F. & K.F.
TO: Kelly Long, Defendant
TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is Motion to Intervene and Custody Modification of the aforementioned-minor children. You are required to make defense to this pleading not later than February 16, 2021, said date being 40 days from the first date of this publication, and upon your failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for child custody over the minor child.
This is the 6th day of January 2020.
Stephanie-Lyn S. Lepre
Attorney for Petitioner
EBCI Legal Assistance Office
PO Box 2280
Cherokee, NC 28719
828.359.7400
N.C.G.S._1A-1, Rule 4(j1).
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
Cherokee, North Carolina
Estate File No. 20-104
In the Matter of the Estate of William Paul Owle
All persons, firms and corporations having claims against this estate are notified to exhibit them to the fiduciary(s) listed on or before the date listed or be barred from their recovery.
Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the appointed fiduciary(s) listed below.
Date to submit claims: 90 DAYS FROM DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION
Michelle L. Owle-Smith
P.O. Box 284
Cherokee, NC 28719
BIDS, RFPs, etc.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR RFQ
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
Project Management Program
Ginger Lyn Welch Bldg.
810 Acquoni Road, Suite 117
P.O. Box 1328
Cherokee, N.C. 28719
Ph. (828) 359-6700
Project Title: Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)
The EBCI Planning and Project Management Office is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants and/or firms that may lead to a contract to perform work in partnership with the EBCI on programs, tasks and activities that aim to foster recovery, and to develop resiliency practices for, the EBCI which has been negatively affected by COVID-19. The end product will be a new or revised Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). This project is funded by a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA).
RFQ Packet
To receive a copy of the RFQ please contact Chris Greene (828) 359-6703 chrigree@nc-cherokee.com
Submissions
All electronic submissions must be sent to chrigree@nc-cherokee.com. All submissions are due by Thursday, February 04, 2021 by 2:00 PM at which time submittals will be opened in accordance with TERO procedures. Any submittals received after the time and date specified shall not be considered.
Please be advised that Indian Preference (TERO) applies to the award and completion of this contract.
Notice to Qualified Professionals
Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
Housing & Community Development/Healthy Homes
The EBCI Housing Division invites statements of qualifications from contractors for Healthy Home assessments.
The purpose of the RFQ process is to establish a short list of contractors capable of successfully completing assessments subject to HUD guidelines. Contractors may be selected to complete an initial and follow up assessment of single-family residences. Properties are located on the Qualla Boundary including Cherokee and Graham counties. Qualified contactors and professionals will be expected to start work upon issuance of a contract. Please submit qualification package with all information.
Statement of Qualifications should include the following:
1. The number of assessors available for on call/as needed.
2. How much notice is needed for on-call/as needed to report to the Housing
Division.
3. Assessment cost.
4. Professional references (3)
The HCD reserves the right to reject any and all submissions.
TERO certified vendors will be given preference. Qualification packages should include a W-9, tribal business license, proof of insurance, and any applicable licenses or certifications. Deliver sealed proposals to the HCD Main office located at 687 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, NC, 28719. Deadline for sealed proposals is January 22, 2021, at 12:00 p.m.
Contact Paulette Cox @ paulcox@nc-cherokee.com with questions or comments at 828-359-6748.
Notice to Qualified Professionals
Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Housing & Community Development (H.C.D.) 1579 Painttown Road, Cherokee N.C. 28719
The EBCI Housing Division (HD) is seeking qualified contractors and professionals who specializes in the following trade for all Tribally owned rental developments on the Qualla Boundary including Graham and Cherokee Counties. The Work to be performed may include:
Assessments or Inspections of single family homes or multi-family dwellings.
Qualified contactors and professionals will be expected to start work upon issuance of a contract. Several contractors and professionals will be selected for work. Please submit qualification package with all information. Selections will be based on:
1. TERO letter that contractor is in good standing. If there are five or more RFQ packets from Tier I TERO vendors evaluation and selection will be limited to Tier I, Indian Owned EBCI Business.
2. Three recommendation letters.
3. Last three (3) jobs completed with: Owner, cost and contact number. hourly rate and qualifications.
The HCD reserves the right to reject any and all submissions.
The work to be performed under this RFQ is subject to TERO guidelines. TERO certified vendors will be given preference. Qualification packages should include a W-9, tribal business license, proof of insurance, and any applicable licenses or certifications. Deliver sealed proposals to the HCD Main office located at 687 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, NC, 28719 . Deadline for sealed proposals is January 22, 2021, at 12:00 p.m.
Contact Tamara Jackson, tamajack@nc-cherokee.com with questions or comments at 828-359-6940.
EMPLOYMENT
Regional Director of Operations
Anyone interested should pick up an application and position description at the Kituwah, LLC Office between the hours of 9:00am – 4:00pm Monday -Thursday. This position will close January 15, 2021 at 4pm. Indian preference does apply, and a current job application must be submitted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of application.
