ARA and Stratigraphic Analysis - Black Falls Brook

The Franklin County Natural Resources Conservation District (FCNRCD) is soliciting proposals from archaeological and cultural resources consultants to conduct an Archaeological Resources Assessment and stratigraphic analysis for a project site located at the confluence of Black Falls Brook and the Trout River in Montgomery, Vermont. This procurement is part of the Final Design phase of a proposed floodplain restoration project being overseen by FCNRCD. The primary objectives include performing comprehensive archaeological evaluation and stratigraphic analysis of the designated site to identify, assess, and document any cultural resources present. Qualified respondents must demonstrate expertise in archaeological assessment methodologies, cultural resources consultation, and stratigraphic analysis techniques. The proposal submission deadline is March 6, 2026, with the opportunity posted on February 2, 2026, providing a 32-day response window for interested consultants to prepare and submit proposals.

The procurement documentation provided does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on eligible bidder types, indicating that the opportunity may be open to all qualified archaeological and cultural resources consulting firms. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure integration requirements are identified in the available contracting materials. The documentation does not disclose a specific award value or budget range for this contract opportunity. Interested consultants should review the complete solicitation materials for any additional information regarding evaluation criteria, selection methodology, and technical specifications that may impact proposal development and submission.