Question 1

How do I find government contracts in Chittenden County, Vermont?

Accepted Answer

There are 68 tracked government projects across 55 agencies in Chittenden County, Vermont. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (30,195), Public Works (6,705), Grants (4,077), Environmental Services (3,069), and Recreation & Community Services (2,741). In the last 90 days alone, 32 agencies posted 2,663 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFP signals from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.

Question 2

What types of agencies issue RFPs in Chittenden County?

Accepted Answer

Chittenden County has 55 government agencies spanning 9 types: City, State, School, Special District, Local Housing Authority, County, Higher Ed, MPO, and State Housing Authority. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are City of Burlington (City, 12,950 projects), City of South Burlington (City, 6,754 projects), City of Winooski (City, 6,111 projects).

Question 3

How do I bid on Chittenden County government projects?

Accepted Answer

To bid on government projects in Chittenden County, Vermont, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in VT publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Chittenden County has 7,529 pre-RFP signals — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — buying signals from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

Question 4

What sectors are most active in Chittenden County?

Accepted Answer

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Chittenden County are Capital Projects (30,195), Public Works (6,705), Grants (4,077), Environmental Services (3,069), and Recreation & Community Services (2,741). Across all sectors, Chittenden County has 15,846 contract awards and 11,716 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.

Question 5

Who are the key decision-makers in Chittenden County?

Accepted Answer

Procurement decisions in Chittenden County are made by individual agency leaders — city managers, school superintendents, district managers, and housing authority directors, and department heads. Each of the 55 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Chittenden County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Question 6

Which agencies are most active in Chittenden County?

Accepted Answer

The most active government buyers in Chittenden County by procurement volume are: City of Burlington (City) — 12,950 tracked projects; City of South Burlington (City) — 6,754 tracked projects; City of Winooski (City) — 6,111 tracked projects; Town of Essex (City) — 5,928 tracked projects; Town of Williston (City) — 5,567 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFP signals in the county. Every project from each of these agencies — including board meeting discussions, budget approvals, and vendor selections — is tracked, so you can engage early and build relationships before competitors.

Question 7

What is Chittenden County's procurement pipeline?

Accepted Answer

Chittenden County's current procurement pipeline includes: 7,529 pre-RFP signals (early-stage projects from board meetings); 11,716 active opportunities open for bidding; 2,014 projects in budget planning; 14,648 grant-funded initiatives; 15,846 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFP signals are especially valuable — they surface 6–18 months before formal solicitations, giving you time to position with agency decision-makers. Board meetings, budget hearings, and planning sessions across all 55 agencies in Chittenden County are monitored to catch these signals as they emerge.

Question 8

How active is procurement in Chittenden County right now?

Accepted Answer

Chittenden County is actively procuring — 32 of the county's 55 agencies have posted 2,663 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (30,195), Public Works (6,705), and Grants (4,077). This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window — whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from the county government.

Chittenden County Government Contracts, RFPs & Bids

Government Projects in Chittenden County

Revalidation of 2019 construction documents and integration of relevant changes in codes, costs, sequencing, and scope for the Multipurpose Center project.

Authorize professional services agreements with architects Truex Cullins & Partners and PC Construction for revalidating 2019 construction documents and integrating relevant changes for the Multipurpose Center construction.

Approval of various account payables, including significant payments to Essex Westford School District and Vermont Mechanical.

Three-year contract renewal for subscription and publishing access to Wiley’s academic journals for students and faculty from 2026-2028.

Awarding of the calendar year 26 sidewalk contract for reconstruction and pedestrian crossing improvements.

Comprehensive transit service planning and capital planning for GMT, including updating the Transit Development Plan, long-range capital plan, route performance analysis, automatic passenger counter deployment, facility maintenance planning, rider engagement, and open data dashboard development.

Approval for application to the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund for final engineering design (Phase 1) of the Fort Ethan Allen Water Main Replacement, estimated total project cost up to $15.55 million if expanded.

Construction of a new Snow Removal Equipment (SRE) building.

Reconstruction of Wooki River Bridge and Colchester Barrett Riverside intersection to improve safety, widen bicycle/pedestrian spaces, and modernize lighting.

Development of creative strategies to utilize Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) funding, including potentially using HOME vouchers, local preferences, and partnering with COTS.

Government Agencies in Chittenden County, Vermont

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