2025 Floodplain Substantial Damage Retainer Contract

The State of Vermont's Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking proposals for a 2025 Floodplain Substantial Damage Retainer Contract, targeting floodplain management specialists to support local flood hazard area administrators and state floodplain officials. The primary objectives of this contract include conducting Substantial Damage (SD) assessments and providing post-flood permitting assistance during emergency flood situations. Specialists will be expected to work across Windsor County and Montpelier City, offering technical support and expertise in flood hazard management. The solicitation was posted on June 18, 2025, with proposals due by July 9, 2025, indicating a relatively short response window of approximately three weeks. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the available information, the contract appears to require specialized knowledge in floodplain management, emergency response protocols, and technical assessment capabilities.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations based on the provided information. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and there are no clear indications of specific enterprise or disadvantaged business enterprise requirements. The contract appears open to qualified floodplain management specialists and firms with demonstrated expertise in flood hazard assessment and post-emergency permitting. Given the nature of the work and its focus on technical support during flood emergencies, potential respondents should possess robust qualifications in environmental management, flood mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance. Although no specific budget range is indicated, the contract is structured as a retainer, suggesting potential ongoing engagement based on actual emergency response needs and assessment requirements in Windsor County and Montpelier City.