Vermont Department of Public Safety - 2025 Operation Stonegarden Grant Program (OPSG) RFP
State of VermontState Government · Montpelier, VT- Due
- Nov 28, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2025
- Primary contact
- DPS Grants
The 30-second brief
The Vermont Department of Public Safety issues a Request for Proposal for the 2025 Operation Stonegarden Grant Program (OPSG) under Assistance Listing Number 97.067. The program supports enhanced cooperation and coordination among U.S. Border Patrol, Customs and Border Protection, and federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies to improve border security along international borders. Eligible subrecipients include county-level or equivalent local governments and federally recognized tribal governments in border or contiguous tiers with active USBP operations. Allowable activities include operational overtime costs, personnel costs, intelligence support, equipment acquisitions, and travel. Applications and supporting documentation must be received via email by November 28, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST.
Complete grant application (Excel), Signature page (PDF), Department of Public Safety Pre-Award Risk Assessment, Certificate of Insurance (COI)
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Summary
The Vermont Department of Public Safety issues a Request for Proposal for the 2025 Operation Stonegarden Grant Program (OPSG) under Assistance Listing Number 97.067.
The program supports enhanced cooperation and coordination among U.S. Border Patrol, Customs and Border Protection, and federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies to improve border security along international borders. Eligible subrecipients include county-level or equivalent local governments and federally recognized tribal governments in border or contiguous tiers with active USBP operations. Allowable activities include operational overtime costs, personnel costs, intelligence support, equipment acquisitions, and travel. Applications and supporting documentation must be received via email by November 28, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Complete grant application (Excel)
- Signature page (PDF)
- Department of Public Safety Pre-Award Risk Assessment
- Certificate of Insurance (COI)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Complete application submitted as an excel document, signature page submitted as a PDF, Department of Public Safety Pre-Award Risk Assessment (Microsoft Form), Certificate of Insurance (COI) with current coverage
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Vermont, VT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from State of Vermont?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 28, 2025. 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact DPS Grants.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including State of Vermont 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 DPS Grants. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Complete grant application (Excel), Signature page (PDF), Department of Public Safety Pre-Award Risk Assessment, Certificate of Insurance (COI). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from State of Vermont?
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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: Complete application submitted as an excel document, signature page submitted as a PDF, Department of Public Safety Pre-Award Risk Assessment (Microsoft Form), Certificate of Insurance (COI) with curr. Review the full document from State of Vermont for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Vermont, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.