RFP ARCHIVE
2024 RFP’s
CVRPC Request for Proposals – ADU Concept Design
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission is seeking consultant services to help residents develop conceptual plans to convert existing structures into Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). CVRPC is seeking the services of an architect, plumber, and electrician to conduct site visits with local residents to assess budget and conceptual designs for an ADU conversion. Proposals are due April 21st.
RFP – Questions and Answers – Updated
Town of Middlesex Emergency Watershed Program – Engineering Services RFP
The Town of Middlesex requested Emergency Watershed Program funding to restore damage sustained by the July 2023 storms. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) awarded the town funding to support engineering final design and construction for projects at ten sites. The NRCS State Engineer completed individual Damage Survey Reports (DSR) which provide the details of a site-level investigation and the recommended measures for implementation. This RFP seeks a Professional Engineer to complete final (100%) design, bid and construction oversight for the ten projects. For more information, please contact Lincoln Frasca – frasca@cvregion.com | Full details here >> | Questions & Responses | Proposals due by March 26, 2024.
Town of Marshfield – Emergency Watershed Program RFP
CVRPC, Project Partner for the Town of Marshfield, invite qualified firms to submit a Scope of Work and Cost Proposal to complete final designs and provide bid and construction oversight for ten pre-approved watershed protection projects.
Inquiries regarding this Request for Proposals (RFP) may be directed to Eli Toohey, Planner, Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission via email at toohey@cvregion.com. Please submit questions pertaining to this RFP to Eli Toohey in writing at toohey@cvregion.com by March 15, 2024 at 4:00 PM with the subject line “Marshfield EWP RFP Questions.” Answers to questions received by the deadline will be compiled into a single document and attached to the bid advertisement on the Vermont Bid Registry and posted to the CVRPC website. Answers will be posted on or before March 19, 2024. If changes are made to this RFP, an addendum will be issued to firms that express interest and provide CVRPC with contact information (i.e. registered vendors). An addendum will also be attached to the original advertisement on the Vermont Bid Registry and posted to the CVRPC website. Proposals are due April 5, 2024 at 4:00 PM.
Funding Opportunity – Clean Water Projects
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission, in its role as the Clean Water Service Provider for the Winooski Basin is accepting applications to fund non-regulatory, phosphorous reduction projects in the Winooski River Basin. Projects must align with the vision set forth by Act 76, the Clean Water Service Delivery Act, and policies and guidance set forth by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation to implement the Act. The Winooski Basin Clean Water Service Provider has approximately $1,600,000 available to fund water quality improvement projects. In this project solicitation round, $750,000 will be made available to fund design- and implementation-phase projects, and $50,000 to fund project identification and development activities. A subsequent call for proposals will be issued in March 2024, pending the availability of funds. For more information, please contact Brian Voigt (voigt@cvregion.com).
Application materials:
- Request for Proposals
- Project Proposal Form Due 15 March 2024
2023 RFP’s
Request for Proposals – Municipal Scoping Study – Town of Orange
The Town of Orange is requesting proposals for production of a scoping study to identify alternatives, issues and costs and provide recommendations related to construction of a crosswalk and sidewalks facility in the Orange Village, funded in part by the Federal Highway Administration and the Town of Orange, through the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) Municipal Assistance Section (MAS).
Perform a pedestrian facility scoping study and safety analysis in the Orange Village area. The study will investigate pedestrian origins and destinations and evaluate what infrastructure might be needed to create a safer pedestrian environment along this section of State Route 302 where vehicle speeds seem high and sightlines are limited. Particular emphasis will be given to creating a safe walking area and crossing near the school. The object is to engage the community in this planning process, select a preferred alternative, and to provide the Town with engineering cost estimates for future capital improvements. Proposals due December 15th.
Contact Person: Keith Cubbon, Planner, 802-262-1022 and cubbon@cvregion.com. All questions related to this request for proposal shall be addressed to this individual no later than 5 business days prior to the Date Due above. Full details here. Questions | Responses
Network Upgrades & Information Technology Managed Service Provider
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) invites qualified firms to submit a proposal to facilitate a transition to cloud-based technology and serve as its Managed Service Provider for a five-year period. Questions regarding this Request for Proposals (RFP) may be directed to Brian Voigt, Program Manager, Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission via email at voigt@cvregion.com with the subject “MSP RFP Question”. Please submit questions by 19 October 2023 at 4:00 PM. Answers to questions received by the deadline will be compiled into a single document and attached to the bid advertisement on the Vermont Bid Registry and posted to the CVRPC website. Answers will be posted on or before 20 October 2023. If changes are made to this RFP, an addendum will be issued to firms that express interest and provide CVRPC with contact information (i.e. registered vendors). An addendum will also be attached to the original advertisement on the Vermont Bid Registry and posted to the CVRPC website. Proposals are due 26 October 2023 at 4:00 PM. Full RFP available here. Responses to questions and a computing asset inventory are now available (posted 23 October 2023).
NOTE: due to a delay in posting responses to questions, proposals are now due 30 October 2023 at 4:00 PM.
Call for Proposals – Clean Water Projects
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission, in its role as the Clean Water Service Provider for the Winooski Basin is accepting applications to fund non-regulatory, phosphorous reduction projects in the Winooski River Basin. Projects must align with the vision set forth by Act 76, the Clean Water Service Delivery Act, and policies and guidance set forth by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation to implement the Act. The Winooski Basin Clean Water Service Provider has approximately $1,000,000 available to fund water quality improvement projects. In this project solicitation round, $750,000 will be made available to fund design- and implementation-phase projects, and $50,000 to fund project identification and development activities. A subsequent call for proposals will be issued in October 2023, pending the availability of funds.
For more information, please contact Brian Voigt (voigt@cvregion.com).
Application materials:
- Call for Proposals – Due 1 September 2023
- Project Proposal Form
Request for Proposals – Brownfields Phase II Environmental Site Assessment
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission is requesting proposals from Qualified Environmental Professionals (QEPs) to conduct a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment for 11 North Main Street, Northfield, Vermont. Questions must be sent in writing to Clare Rock – rock@cvregion.com by July 7th. Responses will be sent via email by July 11th. Proposals are due July 17th by noon.
Request for Proposals – Kent Hill Road Scoping Study – Calais, VT
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) is soliciting proposals for the completion of a scoping study. The scoping study will evaluate existing conditions, replacement alternatives, and recommendations for a culvert in the Town of Calais. The culvert is located in Pekin Brook on Kent Hill Road, bounded by North Calais Road, and lies in Zone A of the Special Flood Hazard Area.
Deadline for submission of questions in writing: June 16, 2023, 12:00 pm
Responses will be published @ www.centralvtplanning.org: June 20, 2023, 5:00 PM
Proposals due: June 30, 2023, 2:00 PM
Questions and inquiries are to be directed to Keith Cubbon via email (cubbon@cvregion.com).
Proposals must be submitted via email and be clearly marked “Calais Kent Hill Road”. Email to Keith Cubbon, Planner, cubbon@cvregion.com.
Request for Proposals – Berlin Street Traffic Calming – Barre, VT
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) is soliciting proposals for the completion of a Traffic Calming and Complete Streets Feasibility Study for Berlin Street in the City of Barre, Vermont. This study includes assessing the feasibility of implementing traffic calming and ‘complete streets’ elements along this highly trafficked residential street allowing it to better serve the people of the neighborhood.
Deadline for submission of questions in writing: Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 12:00 pm
Responses will be published @ www.centralvtplanning.org: Friday, April 21, 2023, 5:00 PM
Proposals due: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, 2:00 PM
Questions and inquiries are to be directed to Keith Cubbon via email (cubbon@cvregion.com).
Proposals must be submitted via email and be clearly marked “Berlin Street Traffic Calming”. Email to Keith Cubbon, Planner, cubbon@cvregion.com.
Request for Proposals – Co-operative Community Engagement and Facilitation
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) is requesting proposals from qualified individuals or firms well-versed in co-operative principles to engage a 1,060-member food co-operative in the process of helping the membership to reach decisions about the business’s future.
Questions must be submitted in writing by March 29th; and directed to Jon Ignatowski, Planner, ignatowski@cvregion.com. Answers will be posted on CVRPC website on March 31st.
Proposals must be submitted via email by April 7, 2023. Proposals must be clearly marked “Co-op Community Engagement and Facilitation” and delivered via email to Jon Ignatowski, Planner, ignatowski@cvregion.com.
Request for Proposals – Brownfields Corrective Action Plan (CAP) and Waste Characterization
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) is requesting proposals from Qualified Environmental Professionals (QEPs) to conduct a Corrective Action Plan and Waste Characterization for 18 South Main Street, Barre City, Vermont. Deadline for questions in writing is March 22. Responses will be posted to this website by March 24, 2023. Proposals due by noon on April 3, 2023. Proposals must be clearly marked “Corrective Action Plan: South Main Street, Barre City” and submitted via email to Clare Rock, Senior Planner at rock@cvregion.com. Proposals received after the submittal deadline will not be considered. Proposals sent via fax or mail will not be considered.
Inquiries and questions are to be sent in writing to Clare Rock, Senior Planner at rock@cvregion.com.
2022 RFP’s
Request for Bids – Internal Readiness Assessment
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) is requesting proposals from qualified individuals or firms well-versed in co-operative principles and engagement to provide
an internal readiness assessment for a 1,060-member food co-operative. The co-operative is
presently in the process of developing a strategic plan for expansion and financial feasibility.
Full RFP available here
Questions are due by noon on December 14, 2022. Please send to ignatowski@cvregion.com.
Responses will be posted on this page by December 16, 2022.
Proposals are due December 23, 2022 by midnight and must be submitted electronically to ignatowski@cvregion.com
Request for Bids – Financial Feasibility Analysis
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) is requesting proposals from qualified individuals or firms to provide a financial feasibility analysis. The purpose of the analysis is to evaluate the financial future of a food co-operative that is considering two different expansion scenarios.
Inquires requiring this request for bids may be directed to Jon Ignatowski – ignatowski@cvregion.com
Please submit questions regarding this RFP in writing to ignatowski@cvregion.com by noon on November 30th. Responses will be posted to this web page by December 2nd.
Proposals Due December 11, 2022 @ noon.
Request for Bids – Architectural Review and Design
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) is requesting proposals from qualified individuals or firms to provide architectural review and design. The architectural review and design will focus on the expansion and renovation plans of a food co-operative operating in a historic building.
Full RFP Available Here
Questions are due by November 16, 2022. Please send to ignatowski@cvregion.com. Responses will be posted on this page by November 18, 2022.
Proposals are due November 27, 2022 by noon and must be submitted electronically to ignatowski@cvregion.com
Request for Proposals – Barre Auditorium Stormwater Final Design
This Request for Proposals was first issued on May 13, 2022. Submissions were due on June 8, 2022. A contract was not awarded at that time. CVRPC is reissuing the RFP. The only changes to the content of the RFP are the proposal submission dates and anticipated contract start date.
CVRPC and the City of Barre (collectively referred to as the Project Partners) invite qualified firms to submit a Scope of Work and Cost Proposal to complete a final design for stormwater mitigation at the Barre City Auditorium located at 20 & 25 Auditorium Hill, Barre, VT 05641 (the Project Site).
Inquiries regarding this Request for Proposals (RFP) may be directed to Brian Voigt, Senior Planner, Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission via email at voigt@cvregion.com. Please submit questions pertaining to this RFP to Brian Voigt in writing at voigt@cvregion.com by November 17, 2022 at 3:00 PM. Answers to questions received by the deadline will be compiled into a single document and attached to the bid advertisement on the Vermont Bid Registry and posted to the CVRPC website. Answers will be posted on or before November 18, 2022. Proposals due November 30, 2022 by 4:00 pm and must be submitted electronically to voigt@cvregion.com.
Full RFP Available Here
CVRPC Response to Questions
Request for Proposals for Accounting Services – Reissued
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) is requesting proposals from qualified individuals or firms for accounting services. Services provided through this contract will assist CVRPC to perform full charge bookkeeping including preparing for and participating in an annual audit from July 2022 – October 31, 2023. If requested, services also may include training financial management staff, adapting and strengthening internal controls, and updates to the existing financial system. Proposals due June 30, 2022 @ noon.
Appointments to tour finance system and questions should be directed to Nancy Chartrand @ chartrand@cvregion.com
Request for Bid: Gully Stabilization and Stormwater Mitigation at The Health Center Plainfield, Vermont
Stormwater improvements will be made by regrading the steep slope behind THC to create a stormwater settling area and constructing a riprap filter berm to slow stormwater and allow sediment to settle. Erosion in the gully will be stabilized by adding logs, coir fiber rolls, and vegetation. The project includes excavation, landscaping, and forestry. Work tasks will generally involve installation and maintenance of erosion and sediment controls; establishing site access; excavation of earth fill and hauling to an upland location; installation of heavy stone fill; cutting, moving, and installation of logs; installation of coir fiber rolls; planting of trees, shrubs, and seed; and site restoration.
Mandatory Site Visit: 6/15/2022 9:00:00 AM
Bids Due: 6/29/2022 9:00 AM
Information available on the Vermont Business Registry: http://www.vermontbusinessregistry.com/BidPreview.aspx?BidID=56671
Contact: Jessica Louisos – Phone: (802) 882-8335 | Email: jlouisos@slrconsulting.com
Request for Proposals for Barre Auditorium Stormwater Final Design
CVRPC and the City of Barre (collectively referred to as the Project Partners) invite qualified firms to submit a Scope of Work and Cost Proposal to complete a final design for stormwater mitigation at the Barre City Auditorium located at 20 & 25 Auditorium Hill, Barre, VT 05641 (the Project Site). Proposals due June 8, 2022 @ 4:00 pm. Full RFP available here.
Inquires should be directed to Brian Voigt @ voigt@cvregion.com
Request for Proposals for Moretown Elementary School & Town Office Stormwater Implementation Project
CVRPC, the Town of Moretown (Town), and the Moretown Elementary School (School) (collectively referred to as the Project Partners) invite qualified firms to submit proposals for bid and construction engineering support for a stormwater mitigation project at the Moretown Elementary School and Town Office Complex located at 79 School Street, Moretown, VT, 05660 (the Project Site).
Proposals Due: May 19, 2022, 4 PM. Full RFP available here. May 17th Amendment #1 RFP available here.
100% Design Plans | 100% Design Plans – Page 2
Inquires should be directed to Brian Voigt @ voigt@cvregion.com
Request for Proposals for Berlin Street Traffic Calming – Barre, VT
CVRPC is soliciting proposals for the completion of a Traffic Calming and Complete Streets Feasibility Study for Berlin Street in the City of Barre, Vermont. This study includes assessing the feasibility implementing traffic calming and ‘complete streets’ elements along this highly trafficked residential street allowing it to better serve the people of the neighborhood.
Proposals Due: May 18, 2022, 2 PM. Barre City Berlin Street – RFP
Questions and inquiries are to be directed to Christian Meyer via email: meyer@cvregion.com
Request for Proposals for Brownfields Phase II Environmental Site Assessment
CVRPC was awarded $100,000 for the implementation of Vermont’s Brownfield program by providing assessment funding to recognized brownfield sites in the State. The funding for this program is made possible through grant funding from Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development; Department of Economic Development.
CVRPC is seeking a Qualified Environmental Professional to undertake a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment on a site enrolled in the CVRPC’s Brownfield Assessment Program. Full RFP Available Here. Responses to Questions Here.
Proposals due: Friday May 13, 2022, at 4 PM
Single Point of Contact: Clare Rock | Contact Email: rock@cvregion.com
Request for Proposals – Route 12 Crosswalk Siting and Signaling, Northfield Falls
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission is soliciting proposals for the completion of a Feasibility Study. This study includes assessing the feasibility and developing concept plans for a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) protected crosswalk on the Route 12 corridor at the intersection of Gould Road and Cox Brook Road and Route 12 in Northfield, Vermont.
Questions are due by April 6, 2022. Please send to meyer@cvregion.com. Responses will be posted on this page on April 8, 2022.
Proposals are due April 13, 2022, 2PM and must be submitted electronically to meyer@cvregion.com
Request for Proposals – Town of Orange Capital Improvement Plan
The Town of Orange is seeking Consulting Engineering Services for the Development of a Capital Improvement Plan. The CIP is intended to be a multi-year plan that identifies each proposed municipal capital improvement, the source of funding, the cost, and cash flow information. The CIP will be prepared using an open process, providing opportunity for residents, and municipal departments, and organizations to propose and comment on capital improvements and priorities.
Questions are due by April 4, 2022. Please send to meyer@cvregion.com. Responses will be posted on this page as questions are received.
Proposals are due April 12, 2022, 4PM and must be submitted electronically to meyer@cvregion.com
Request for Proposals – Transportation Planning Services and/or Studies
Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission is requesting proposals for transportation planning studies to be completed during the spring and summer of 2022. Help us make getting around easier, safer, and more convenient for everyone by contributing your ideas. Proposals are due March 8, 2022.
CVRPC will complete transportation special projects and studies using funding from the Vermont Agency of Transportation’s Transportation Planning Initiative. Project work will need to be completed between May and September 30, 2022, therefore limiting the scope of work that can be completed in this short time. Project estimates should not exceed $30,000 without prior staff coordination. Inter-municipal and regional projects will be prioritized. These funds are meant to facilitate planning that will help shape future capital improvements; however, we are unable to fund construction directly.
Details & Project Suggestions| Intake Form (Word) | Intake Form (pdf)
Questions regarding this information can be directed to Senior Planner Christian Meyer – meyer@cvregion.com
Request for Proposals – Auditing Services
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) is requesting proposals from qualified firms of certified public accountants for annual financial statement audit services for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, with possible renewal for at least two subsequent years. The annual audit is conducted under the direction of the CVRPC Executive Director with oversight by the CVRPC Executive Committee and in cooperation with CVRPC’s contracted accountant, The Ijaz Group. The full RFP can be accessed here.
Questions are due by noon on January 21, 2022 – please send tochartrand@cvregion.com. Responses will be posted on this page on January 24, 2022.
Proposals are due by noon on January 28, 2022 and must be submitted electronically to chartrand@cvregion.com