Request for Proposals - Smith's Falls Hydroelectric Project

The Town of Stowe Electric Department (SED) is seeking bids for the Smith's Falls Hydroelectric Project, a comprehensive hydroelectric dam rehabilitation initiative located in Vermont. The procurement involves a full-scale repowering of an existing hydroelectric facility, which includes the rehabilitation of the current dam infrastructure and the complete installation of a new hydroelectric power generation system. Key project components encompass constructing a new power house, installing modern turbine and generator equipment, implementing advanced control systems, and completing associated site work. Bidders are required to attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for January 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM, located at 435 Moscow Road in Stowe, Vermont. The complete bid package can be accessed through the Stowe Electric Department's website or obtained by contacting Michael Lazorchak directly via phone at 802-253-1710 or email at mlazorchak@stoweelectric.com. All sealed proposals must be submitted by February 12, 2026, no later than 4:00 PM, with the project targeting the comprehensive modernization of the existing hydroelectric infrastructure.

While specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not explicitly detailed in the procurement documentation, interested bidders should possess significant expertise in hydroelectric dam rehabilitation and power generation system installation. The project appears to be open to qualified engineering and construction firms with demonstrated experience in hydroelectric infrastructure development. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and the procurement does not specify explicit budget constraints or potential contract values. Bidders will likely need to demonstrate technical capabilities, previous hydroelectric project experience, and financial stability to be considered competitive. The project's location in Grand Isle County, Vermont, suggests a regional focus on renewable energy infrastructure improvement, with the potential for significant local economic and energy production benefits.