VERSHIRE ER P23-1 (406)

The state of Vermont has issued a contract opportunity (VERSHIRE ER P23-1 (406)) for a bridge replacement project located in Washington County, specifically on Vermont Route 113 over the Ompompanoosuc River. The procurement involves replacing Bridge 11 at Mile Marker 4.04, approximately 7.5 miles east of the intersection with VT Route 110, as part of an emergency response (ER) initiative designated as VT23-1. The project falls under Engineers Category E, indicating a complex infrastructure engineering assignment requiring specialized technical expertise in bridge reconstruction. The contract was posted on December 1, 2025, with proposals due by December 19, 2025, suggesting a relatively compressed procurement timeline. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate comprehensive engineering capabilities, structural design expertise, and the ability to execute a critical transportation infrastructure replacement within the specified geographical area.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, Vermont state procurement typically encourages participation from small businesses and may have implicit preferences for local contractors. The project's emergency response classification suggests potential expedited review and selection processes. The geographical specificity (Washington County) might inherently favor regional engineering and construction firms with local infrastructure knowledge. No incumbent vendors or existing technology integration requirements are mentioned in the current contract notice. Without explicit budget information, interested parties should anticipate a significant capital investment commensurate with a bridge replacement project, likely ranging from several hundred thousand to potentially multiple million dollars depending on the specific engineering requirements and reconstruction complexity of the bridge structure.