Town of Charlotte - Request for Quotes (RFQ): LAOB Grant Community Supplies - 2026
Town of CharlotteCity · Charlotte, VT- Due
- Sep 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 30, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Town of Charlotte is soliciting fixed-price, competitive quotes from qualified commercial vendors to provide a unified inventory of emergency preparedness tools, technological assets, and workshop supplies for the Charlotte Public Library. This project is 100% funded by the Land Access and Opportunity Board (LAOB) Community Resilience Hub Grant #5001-100-005 with a total grant inventory value of $21,790. Required items include disaster prep hardware kits, stainless steel mobile shelving units, cellular Wi-Fi hotspots, portable power stations, home power station backup battery bases, integration home power panel switchboards, 220W bifacial solar collector panels, pre-packed waterproof emergency backpacks, bulk component inventory (batteries, tape, radios), and UV-stable stormwater catchment rain barrels. Sealed bids must be submitted by September 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST to the Town of Charlotte Selectboard at 159 Ferry Road, Charlotte, VT 05445. Clarification questions are due by August 31, 2026. A 6% cost evaluation preference applies to items manufactured in the United States.
Library of Things Disaster Prep Hardware Kits, Stainless Steel Mobile Shelving Unit, Cellular Wi-Fi Hotspot Units, Portable Device Power Station, Home Power Station Backup Battery Base, Integration Home Power Panel Switchboard, 220W Bifacial Solar Collector Panel, Pre-Packed Waterproof Emergency Backpacks, Component Inventory (Batteries, Tape, Radios, Etc.), UV-Stable Stormwater Catchment Rain Barrels, FOB Destination Inside Delivery & Freight Fee
Price, 6% Buy American preference adjustment
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Summary
The Town of Charlotte is soliciting fixed-price, competitive quotes from qualified commercial vendors to provide a unified inventory of emergency preparedness tools, technological assets, and workshop supplies for the Charlotte Public Library.
This project is 100% funded by the Land Access and Opportunity Board (LAOB) Community Resilience Hub Grant #5001-100-005 with a total grant inventory value of $21,790. Required items include disaster prep hardware kits, stainless steel mobile shelving units, cellular Wi-Fi hotspots, portable power stations, home power station backup battery bases, integration home power panel switchboards, 220W bifacial solar collector panels, pre-packed waterproof emergency backpacks, bulk component inventory (batteries, tape, radios), and UV-stable stormwater catchment rain barrels. Sealed bids must be submitted by September 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST to the Town of Charlotte Selectboard at 159 Ferry Road, Charlotte, VT 05445. Clarification questions are due by August 31, 2026. A 6% cost evaluation preference applies to items manufactured in the United States.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, 6% Buy American preference adjustment
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Library of Things Disaster Prep Hardware Kits
- Stainless Steel Mobile Shelving Unit
- Cellular Wi-Fi Hotspot Units
- Portable Device Power Station
- Home Power Station Backup Battery Base
- Integration Home Power Panel Switchboard
- 220W Bifacial Solar Collector Panel
- Pre-Packed Waterproof Emergency Backpacks
- Component Inventory (Batteries, Tape, Radios, Etc.)
- UV-Stable Stormwater Catchment Rain Barrels
- FOB Destination Inside Delivery & Freight Fee
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
OFFICIAL VENDOR BID SUBMISSION FORM, detailed configuration profiles for any lines marked with a Specification Exception 'YES', three (3) references from municipal, state, or institutional clients, mandatory legal certification & signature
- Submit to
- Town of Charlotte Selectboard, Attn: Town Administrator – LAOB Grant Purchase, 159 Ferry Road, Charlotte, VT 05445
- Scope location
- Charlotte, VT
- Projected sq ft
- 21,790 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Charlotte?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Town of Charlotte Selectboard, Attn: Town Administrator – LAOB Grant Purchase, 159 Ferry Road, Charlotte, VT 05445.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Charlotte in VT, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Library of Things Disaster Prep Hardware Kits, Stainless Steel Mobile Shelving Unit, Cellular Wi-Fi Hotspot Units, Portable Device Power Station, Home Power Station Backup Battery Base, Integration Home Power Panel Switchboard, 220W Bifacial Solar Collector Panel, Pre-Packed Waterproof Emergency Bac. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, 6% Buy American preference adjustment" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Charlotte?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Charlotte are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Charlotte regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: OFFICIAL VENDOR BID SUBMISSION FORM, detailed configuration profiles for any lines marked with a Specification Exception 'YES', three (3) references from municipal, state, or institutional clients, ma. Review the full document from Town of Charlotte for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Charlotte, VT. The total projected area is 21790 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.