Environmental Assessment

The Town of Hardwick, Vermont, issued a Request for Proposal on February 5, 2026, seeking an experienced environmental consultant or engineering firm to prepare a HUD-compliant Environmental Assessment (EA) under 24 CFR Part 58 for a floodplain restoration implementation project funded through a Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) grant. The project involves on-the-ground restoration work along the Lamoille River in downtown Hardwick and requires a comprehensive Environmental Assessment to obtain HUD approval and Authority to Use Grant Funds. Prospective bidders must demonstrate expertise in preparing federal environmental assessments that comply with HUD regulations, and the EA must satisfy all federal requirements under 24 CFR Part 58 to support grant fund authorization. The proposal deadline is February 19, 2026. While the complete RFP documentation containing detailed scope of work, specific deliverables, evaluation criteria, site visit requirements, and bidder meeting information was not fully accessible during this review, interested firms should contact the Town of Hardwick directly to obtain complete technical specifications and submission requirements.

The RFP documentation did not provide specific information regarding set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises, women-owned businesses, or other socioeconomic classifications at the time of this review. No incumbent vendors or current contractors were identified in the available materials. Additionally, specific budget ranges, award values, or contract duration and renewal terms were not disclosed in the accessible portions of the RFP. The project is funded through CDBG-DR grant sources administered by HUD, indicating federal funding support for the environmental assessment work. Qualified firms should note that this procurement may require experience with disaster recovery grant programs and floodplain restoration projects. Prospective bidders are encouraged to contact the Town of Hardwick promptly to request the complete RFP package and clarification on any submission requirements or evaluation criteria.