CLARENDON AV-FY24-006

The Vermont Agency of Transportation has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the rehabilitation of the Rutland Southern Vermont Regional Airport (RUT) in Clarendon, Vermont. The project includes: 1. Partial depth asphalt reconstruction of the asphalt terminal apron pavement, including drainage improvements, replacement of tie-downs, concrete fuel pad, pavement markings, and removal of Taxiway H pavement. 2. Mill and asphalt overlay of the T-Hangar apron pavement and partial depth asphalt reconstruction of marked apron areas. The project has an estimated completion date of October 15, 2027, and the contract award is contingent upon FAA grant funding. The award of the contract is expected to be made no later than September 30, 2026. Bidders are required to submit electronic bids, which will be opened on April 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST. A mandatory bid bond of 5% of the contractor's bid must be submitted with the bid. The project is subject to various federal and state regulations, including the Buy American preference, Foreign Trade Restriction Clause, Davis-Bacon wage requirements, and Debarment and Suspension laws. The RFP includes an estimate of quantities for various items, including erosion log, contractor quality control program, temporary seeding and mulching, and various construction materials. However, the estimates are not guaranteed and are provided as a basis for comparison of bids. The Vermont Agency of Transportation reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive any formalities, and accept the bid that is deemed to be in the best interest of the agency.