ST. ALBANS STP MVRT(2)

The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Vermont Agency of Transportation for a construction project in St. Albans, Vermont. Here is a summary of the key points: **Project Overview** * The project involves the rehabilitation of a trail surface, new trail construction, and improvements to roadway crossings in St. Albans, Vermont. * The project starts at the terminus of the Federal Street Extension Shared-Use Path in St. Albans City and extends easterly 0.506 miles to Seymour Road (TH-105) in St. Albans Town. **Bid Information** * Bids will be opened electronically on July 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM. * The bid bond is 5% of the contractor's bid. * The engineer's estimate for the project is Category D. **Contract Completion Date** * The contract must be completed on or before May 31, 2027. **Prequalification of Contractors** * All bidders must hold current annual prequalification with the Vermont Agency of Transportation and unconditioned project-specific approval. **Standard Specifications** * The work must be performed in accordance with the 2024 Standard Specifications for Construction, as modified. **Non-Collusion Affidavit and Non-Discrimination** * All bidders must execute a sworn statement certifying that they have not entered into any agreement or participated in any collusion in restraint of free competitive bidding. * The Vermont Agency of Transportation will ensure that minority business enterprises are afforded full opportunity to submit bids and will not be discriminated against. **Mandatory Electronic Bidding** * Only electronic bids will be accepted by the agency. **Estimated Quantities** * The document provides a list of estimated quantities for various items, including clearing and grubbing, excavation, concrete, asphalt, and other materials. **Right to Reject Bids** * The agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive any formalities or technicalities, and accept bids that are deemed in the best interest of the agency.