Engineering and Design Services

Orleans County in Vermont is seeking qualified engineering and design firms to provide comprehensive engineering and design services for the replacement of a culvert that sustained significant damage during the July 2024 flood event. The project scope includes designing and engineering the replacement culvert as part of the town's damage inventory submitted for FEMA Disaster Declaration DR-4810, with potential eligibility for additional FEMA mitigation funding pending approval. Key deliverables will encompass detailed engineering plans, design specifications, and technical documentation necessary to support the culvert replacement project. The primary objective is to restore critical infrastructure damaged during the flooding event while potentially incorporating resilience improvements through approved mitigation measures. Required qualifications likely include professional engineering licensure, demonstrated experience in infrastructure design and culvert replacement projects, and familiarity with FEMA funding requirements and documentation. The posted date for this opportunity is May 14, 2026, with a proposal due date of June 5, 2026. The procuring authority strongly encourages prospective bidders to conduct a site visit to fully understand and address the locational and technical complexities associated with the culvert replacement project.

The contract opportunity documentation does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) restrictions, or preferences for particular organization types. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing technology integration requirements are identified in the posted materials. The contract value or budget range for these engineering and design services has not been disclosed in the available procurement information. Interested firms should note that project funding is contingent upon FEMA approval of the disaster recovery funding for event DR-4810, which may impact project timeline and scope adjustments. Prospective bidders are advised to contact the procuring jurisdiction directly for additional specifications, detailed project requirements, contract terms, and clarification regarding the site visit process and any evaluation criteria beyond those indicated in this posting.