North Hero Fire Station and Public Works Project

The Town of North Hero, located in Franklin County, Vermont, is seeking competitive bids for a comprehensive construction project involving a new Fire Station and Public Works building located at 7444 US Route 2. The procurement opportunity aims to replace the existing Town Garage and Fire Department building with a modern, integrated facility that will serve critical municipal infrastructure needs. Interested contractors are required to submit sealed bids by November 25, 2025, with the initial bid announcement having been posted on November 3, 2025. The project will require detailed construction expertise, with potential bidders expected to demonstrate significant experience in municipal building construction, site preparation, and infrastructure development. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly outlined in the provided documentation, typical municipal procurement processes often consider factors such as contractor qualifications, past performance, cost competitiveness, technical approach, and local compliance capabilities.

The contract opportunity does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises based on the available information. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the procurement notice. The project represents a significant municipal investment in local infrastructure, though the precise budget range or total project value is not disclosed in the initial solicitation. Potential bidders should anticipate a comprehensive construction project that will require coordination with local government officials, adherence to Vermont state and local building codes, and the ability to execute a complex municipal facility replacement. Contractors interested in this opportunity should carefully review the full bid documentation, prepare detailed technical and cost proposals, and be prepared to demonstrate their capability to successfully complete this critical community infrastructure project in North Hero.