Utility Pole Repair/Replace A&E Document

The Village of Johnson is seeking a qualified engineering firm to prepare an Architectural and Engineering (A&E) document compliant with FEMA standards for a critical utility pole repair/replacement project related to flood damage from July 2024. The primary objective is to develop a comprehensive plan for addressing a utility pole located at the rear of the Union Bank property on the Gihon River's bank, which provides electric power to essential village infrastructure including the wastewater treatment plant, municipal office, fire station, and utility garages. The selected firm must prepare detailed documentation identifying local, state, and federal permitting requirements, including stream alteration and floodplain permits, and will assist the village in securing these permits. Key deliverables include an engineering assessment that explores alternatives such as rebuilding the riverbank section, driving piles to bedrock, installing a steel pole, or making minor lateral pole relocations. The contract opportunity (ID: 684ffcbd308b6a319e0e7a50) was posted on June 12, 2025, with a proposal due date of June 30, 2025, targeting mitigation of potential catastrophic infrastructure disruption caused by ongoing riverbank erosion.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified engineering firms without specific set-aside designations or enterprise restrictions. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and the document does not specify a precise budget range or award value for the project. The scope suggests a technical, specialized engineering engagement focused on infrastructure resilience and flood mitigation. The project is specifically located in Johnson Village within Grand Isle County, Vermont, and will require extensive technical expertise in utility infrastructure, riverbank stabilization, and regulatory compliance. While no specific evaluation criteria are explicitly outlined, the selection will likely prioritize firms with demonstrated experience in FEMA-standard engineering documentation, flood mitigation strategies, and comprehensive permitting processes for critical infrastructure projects in challenging environmental conditions.