Town of Norwich - Roadside Hazardous Tree Removal Project RFP - 2026
Town of NorwichCity · Norwich, VT- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brennan Duffy
The 30-second brief
The Town of Norwich, Vermont is seeking proposals for the felling and removal of 14 potentially hazardous trees located in the right-of-way (ROW) along various town roadways. The scope of work includes traffic control following the MUTCD, cutting stumps to a maximum height of six inches, debris management to prevent obstruction of road maintenance, and coordinating with the Town Manager. Bids are due by November 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with questions due by November 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The project is expected to begin upon award and be completed by January 31, 2027.
Fell and remove 14 trees within the Town ROW on various Town roadways
Price, Bidders’ ability to perform the work, Bidders experience and reputation, Quality of the equipment and services specified in the bid, Bidder’s ability to meet other terms and conditions, Bidder’s financial responsibility, Contract provisions that are acceptable to the Town, Bidder is not on any debarment list
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Summary
The Town of Norwich, Vermont is seeking proposals for the felling and removal of 14 potentially hazardous trees located in the right-of-way (ROW) along various town roadways.
The scope of work includes traffic control following the MUTCD, cutting stumps to a maximum height of six inches, debris management to prevent obstruction of road maintenance, and coordinating with the Town Manager. Bids are due by November 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with questions due by November 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The project is expected to begin upon award and be completed by January 31, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Price
- Bidders’ ability to perform the work
- Bidders experience and reputation
- Quality of the equipment and services specified in the bid
- Bidder’s ability to meet other terms and conditions
- Bidder’s financial responsibility
- Contract provisions that are acceptable to the Town
- Bidder is not on any debarment list
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Fell and remove 14 trees within the Town ROW on various Town roadways
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- A description of proposed approach to the project
- Including the equipment to be used
- Completed bid tabulation
- A list with descriptions of similar work performed
- Two references
- With contact information
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Workers Compensation Insurance
- Submit to
- Town Manager, Town of Norwich at PO Box 376, Norwich VT, 05055 or 300 Main St, Norwich, VT 05055
- Scope location
- Norwich, VT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Norwich?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 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 Manager, Town of Norwich at PO Box 376, Norwich VT, 05055 or 300 Main St, Norwich, VT 05055. For questions, contact Brennan Duffy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Norwich 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 RFP 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 Brennan Duffy. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fell and remove 14 trees within the Town ROW on various Town roadways. 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, Bidders’ ability to perform the work, Bidders experience and reputation, Quality of the equipment and services specified in the bid, Bidder’s ability to meet other terms and conditions, Bidder’..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Norwich?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: A description of proposed approach to the project, including the equipment to be used, Completed bid tabulation, A list with descriptions of similar work performed, Two references, with contact inform. Review the full document from Town of Norwich for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Norwich, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.