RFP - EPA Brownfield Grant Application & Program Implementation Assistance

The Lamoille County Planning Commission (LCPC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a qualified environmental (QEP) consulting or planning firm to provide comprehensive assistance with EPA Brownfield Grant application and program implementation. The primary objectives include securing United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) grants and potentially other federal or state funding for brownfields property assessment, cleanup, and redevelopment in Lamoille County. The initial focus of the contract will be applying for a U.S. EPA Community-Wide Assessment Grant valued up to $500,000, anticipated to be announced in Fall 2025. The selected consultant will be responsible for preparing grant applications, conducting environmental assessments, developing remedial planning strategies, and managing community outreach efforts. Key deliverables will include detailed grant proposals, environmental assessment documentation, and comprehensive implementation plans for brownfields remediation. The RFP was posted on September 12, 2025, with proposals due by October 8, 2025. Interested firms are directed to visit lcpcvt.org/proposals for additional information and proposal requirements.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the RFP, the opportunity appears open to qualified environmental consulting and planning firms with demonstrated expertise in brownfields assessment and grant procurement. The contract encompasses jurisdictions including Grand Isle County and Montpelier City in Vermont, suggesting potential regional collaboration and impact. The anticipated grant award of up to $500,000 indicates a significant financial opportunity for the selected consultant. No incumbent vendors or existing technology integration requirements are specified in the available documentation. Prospective respondents should possess robust qualifications in environmental consulting, grant writing, and brownfields remediation strategies, with a strong understanding of EPA grant processes and municipal environmental planning. The scope of work suggests a comprehensive approach to environmental restoration and community development, targeting the assessment and potential redevelopment of brownfields properties in the Lamoille County region.