Town of Wilmington Construction of Accessible Ramp & Door Replacements RFP 2026
Town of WilmingtonCity · Wilmington, VT- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Scott Tucker
- (802) 464-8591 ext 123
The 30-second brief
The Town of Wilmington, Vermont is soliciting proposals for the demolition of an existing ramp and the construction of a new accessible ramp at Historic Memorial Hall, along with door replacements at both Memorial Hall and Wilmington Town Hall. The scope of work includes demolition, stick-built ramp and walkway construction, concrete piers, installation of four new doors with associated hardware (including automatic operators and accessibility hardware), hardscaping, landscaping, and siding repairs. The project requires a $5,000 allowance for concealed wood rot. Bidders must provide a lump sum base bid, proof of bonding capacity (100% performance and payment bonds), and meet insurance requirements including $1M/$2M General Liability. Proposals are due September 23, 2026, with a substantial completion deadline of December 23, 2026. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2026.
Cover Letter, Contractor Qualifications, Key Personnel, Relevant Project Experience, Construction Schedule, Cost Proposal, Bonding Capacity Statement
Contractor experience, Qualifications of personnel, Proposed construction schedule, Cost proposal, References, Compliance with submission requirements
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Summary
The Town of Wilmington, Vermont is soliciting proposals for the demolition of an existing ramp and the construction of a new accessible ramp at Historic Memorial Hall, along with door replacements at both Memorial Hall and Wilmington Town Hall.
The scope of work includes demolition, stick-built ramp and walkway construction, concrete piers, installation of four new doors with associated hardware (including automatic operators and accessibility hardware), hardscaping, landscaping, and siding repairs. The project requires a $5,000 allowance for concealed wood rot. Bidders must provide a lump sum base bid, proof of bonding capacity (100% performance and payment bonds), and meet insurance requirements including $1M/$2M General Liability. Proposals are due September 23, 2026, with a substantial completion deadline of December 23, 2026. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Contractor experience
- Qualifications of personnel
- Proposed construction schedule
- Cost proposal
- References
- Compliance with submission requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Cover Letter
- Contractor Qualifications
- Key Personnel
- Relevant Project Experience
- Construction Schedule
- Cost Proposal
- Bonding Capacity Statement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Historic Memorial Hall drawings
- Wilmington Town Hall drawings
- Deed & Survey
- Site Photos
- Product specifications
- Submit to
- 2 East Main Street, PO BOX 217, Wilmington, VT 05363
- Scope location
- Wilmington, VT
- Reported agency
- Town of Wilmington, Vermont
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Wilmington?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 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: 2 East Main Street, PO BOX 217, Wilmington, VT 05363. For questions, contact Scott Tucker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Wilmington 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 Scott Tucker at (802) 464-8591 ext 123. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cover Letter, Contractor Qualifications, Key Personnel, Relevant Project Experience, Construction Schedule, Cost Proposal, Bonding Capacity Statement. 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: "Contractor experience, Qualifications of personnel, Proposed construction schedule, Cost proposal, References, Compliance with submission requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Wilmington?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Wilmington are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Wilmington 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 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: Historic Memorial Hall drawings, Wilmington Town Hall drawings, Deed & Survey, Site Photos, Product specifications. Review the full document from Town of Wilmington for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wilmington, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.