Town of Grafton Route 121 Paving Project 2027 Invitation to Bid
Town of GraftonCity · Grafton, VT- Due
- Sep 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- Travis Mann
- (802) 843-2456
The 30-second brief
The Town of Grafton, Vermont is soliciting bids for the Route 121 Paving Project 2027. The scope of work includes shim and overlay services across four locations on TH#1 (Route 121 East, Main Street, and Route 121 West) and the construction of three asphalt swales. Specific tasks involve milling, shimming with Type IV hot mix, and laying a 1-inch top course of Type III hot mix. Contractors are responsible for tack coats, joint grinding, transitions, flaggers, and traffic control in accordance with VTrans standards. Bidders must provide a valid certificate of insurance and comply with 2018 Vermont Standard Specifications. Bids are due by September 16, 2026, with work scheduled between May 15, 2027, and August 15, 2027.
Bid proposal forms (Pages 1-3), Valid certificate of insurance, Daily slips of tonnage
Price, clarity and completeness, ability to perform within time limits, experience and reputation, quality of materials, financial stability
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Summary
The Town of Grafton, Vermont is soliciting bids for the Route 121 Paving Project 2027.
The scope of work includes shim and overlay services across four locations on TH#1 (Route 121 East, Main Street, and Route 121 West) and the construction of three asphalt swales. Specific tasks involve milling, shimming with Type IV hot mix, and laying a 1-inch top course of Type III hot mix. Contractors are responsible for tack coats, joint grinding, transitions, flaggers, and traffic control in accordance with VTrans standards. Bidders must provide a valid certificate of insurance and comply with 2018 Vermont Standard Specifications. Bids are due by September 16, 2026, with work scheduled between May 15, 2027, and August 15, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price
- Clarity and completeness
- Ability to perform within time limits
- Experience and reputation
- Quality of materials
- Financial stability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Bid proposal forms (Pages 1-3)
- Valid certificate of insurance
- Daily slips of tonnage
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Page #1
- Page #2
- Page #3
- Certificate of insurance
- Submit to
- Town Administrator’s office, PO Box 180, Grafton, VT 05146
- Scope location
- Grafton, VT
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Town of Grafton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 16, 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 Administrator’s office, PO Box 180, Grafton, VT 05146. For questions, contact Travis Mann.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Grafton 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 ITB 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Travis Mann at (802) 843-2456. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid proposal forms (Pages 1-3), Valid certificate of insurance, Daily slips of tonnage. 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, clarity and completeness, ability to perform within time limits, experience and reputation, quality of materials, financial stability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Grafton?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Grafton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Grafton regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Page #1, Page #2, Page #3, certificate of insurance. Review the full document from Town of Grafton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Grafton, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.