Cross Brothers Dam Removal

The Town of Northfield, Vermont, in partnership with the Vermont Natural Resources Council, is soliciting competitive sealed bids for the removal of the Cross Brothers Dam located on the Dog River in Washington County. This infrastructure removal project encompasses the demolition and removal of the concrete dam structure and associated appurtenances, excavation and removal of accumulated sediment deposits, restoration of the stream channel to natural conditions, installation of stone armor protection at sanitary sewer crossings and along the north riverbank, and comprehensive site restoration activities. The project was posted on April 21, 2026, with a submission deadline of May 21, 2026. While the specific bid request document is currently unavailable, potential respondents should anticipate that the procurement will require demonstrated experience in dam removal, environmental restoration, and stream rehabilitation work, along with appropriate licensing and bonding capabilities. Interested parties should plan to submit detailed proposals addressing their qualifications, project methodology, timeline, and cost estimates by the May 21, 2026 deadline.

The procurement documents do not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or preferences for particular vendor categories based on the available information. Similarly, details regarding incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure integration requirements cannot be confirmed from the provided materials. No explicit award value or budget range has been disclosed in the posted opportunity summary. Prospective bidders seeking comprehensive information regarding evaluation criteria, bonding requirements, insurance specifications, site visit scheduling, or technical specifications should contact the Town of Northfield or consult the complete bid request document once it becomes accessible, as the summary provided lacks sufficient detail regarding financial parameters and specific procurement conditions necessary for informed proposal development.