REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Engineering Services for Berkshire Center Walking Path Northwest Regional Planning Commission

The Northwest Regional Planning Commission has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for professional engineering services to support the Berkshire Center Walking Path project in Franklin County, Vermont. The primary objective is to plan and design a pedestrian pathway connecting Berkshire Town Hall to Berkshire Elementary School. The requested engineering services encompass conceptual plan development, wetlands delineation and permitting support, preliminary engineering design, preparation of a detailed cost estimate, and a public presentation component to engage community stakeholders. Proposals are due on April 14, 2026, with the initial posting date of March 26, 2026, providing interested firms approximately nineteen days to prepare and submit their responses. Qualified respondents should demonstrate expertise in pedestrian pathway design, environmental assessment and wetlands compliance, municipal infrastructure planning, and public engagement processes. While specific evaluation criteria were not accessible due to document retrieval limitations, typical criteria for such procurements include technical qualifications, project experience, cost proposals, and the firm's capacity to deliver the identified deliverables within reasonable timeframes.

Information regarding set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, women-owned or minority-owned businesses, or other restricted procurement categories could not be determined from the available documentation. Similarly, details concerning the contract award value, budget range, and funding sources for this project were not accessible. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors were identified in the available materials, and no specific technology integration requirements were noted. Interested firms should contact the Northwest Regional Planning Commission directly or consult the complete RFP document for comprehensive information regarding bidder qualifications, submission requirements, evaluation methodologies, contract terms, and any applicable set-asides or preferences that may impact proposal preparation and eligibility.