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Vermont government bids, RFPs and contracts

Vermont

Pre-RFPs: 307; 5 this month
Agencies: 1,305
Projects: 835; In 14 counties

5 new pre-RFPs this month

835 projects tracked in Vermont. Get the ones that fit you.

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's planned

Capital Projects, Public Works and Grants lead the 307 pre-RFPs Civic IQ has found in Vermont council minutes and budgets.

Who's buying

City of Vergennes, City of South Burlington and Town of Essex have the most projects on record.

What Vermont agencies are planning

Upcoming projects, grants and hiring found in council minutes and budget hearings, before the solicitation.

OpportunityEssex Westford School District is entering a facilities master planning phase based on a 2024 updated Facility Condition Assessment showing roughly 114.6M in five‑year building and site needs and a districtwide FCI of 0.41 (Poor). The June 5, 2026 letter outlines that the board will use the FCA, plus upcoming educational visioning, operational analysis, and broad community engagement, to decide among major scenarios such as renovating all schools, consolidating and renovating, or consolidating into several campuses, along with handling surplus properties. No specific projects or bonds have been selected yet; Saturday’s board discussion is explicitly to clarify priorities and what should be explored next. Over the next several years the district will need planning, design, cost-estimating, and bond support to translate these needs into phased capital projects, including large HVAC, electrical, interior construction, envelope, and fire/life safety upgrades across multiple campuses. Vendors can help shape scopes, phasing, and funding strategies before RFPs are drafted, especially around packaging work and aligning it with educational and community priorities.Essex-Westford Educational Community Unified Schoo · Jun 5, 2026$137,000,000 OpportunityThe FCA data attached to the June 5, 2026 packet highlights specific system-level deficiencies across Essex Westford school and support facilities, led by HVAC, electrical, and interior construction. High-need assets include Essex Community Educational Center (42.5M deferred needs), Essex Middle (16.9M), Albert D. Lawton (10.7M), Founders Memorial (10.0M), and multiple K–5 schools with significant HVAC and electrical work identified, plus fire protection issues at Thomas Fleming and substantial needs at the Essex Skating Facility and EHS Boiler Building. These are not yet scoped into discrete projects but are clearly quantified by system, building, and timeframe over the next 10 years. As the master plan translates these into capital projects, the district will likely procure design, engineering, and construction services for large mechanical, electrical, plumbing, envelope, fire protection, and site infrastructure packages. Vendors can use this granular FCA intelligence to target conversations around specific campuses and systems that are most likely to be prioritized.Essex-Westford Educational Community Unified Schoo · Jun 5, 2026$114,600,000 OpportunityThe MMUUSD Finance and Facilities Committee discussed proposals for a comprehensive facilities plan, building on an EEI audit that found maintenance strong but most building systems at or beyond expected lifespan. They have multiple “large, nuanced” proposals from providers and are developing a comparison grid for costs and timelines, with all proposals targeting completion of assessments within the next school year to support a bond vote in the following year. The committee is not yet ready to select a plan and will continue working through questions with the firms, with another Facilities & Finance Committee meeting anticipated in July/August to consider approving a selected study. The work will include long‑term data on enrollment and building use, state‑required consolidation/reconfiguration studies, and detailed cost estimates for maintaining/stabilizing all facilities, potentially framing a low $100M capital program. Vendors offering facilities master planning, educational planning, community engagement, and capital program management can position support for refining the scope, integrating enrollment and instructional needs, and preparing for future bond communications and state funding applications.Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District 401 · Jun 4, 2026$100,000,000 OpportunityUVM is amending and restating its 2004 Commercial Paper Resolution to re-establish a commercial paper program of up to $50 million for short-term or interim financing of capital projects and related costs. The update aligns the program with current bond covenants, appoints U.S. Bank Trust Company as Issuing and Paying Agent and BofA Securities as Dealer, and approves related agreements and offering documents. While the resolution does not authorize actual borrowing yet, it sets up a financing tool UVM can use for future capital projects across facilities, infrastructure, and IT. This is a forward-looking signal that significant capital work is expected and that the university is preparing flexible funding; vendors in design, construction, engineering, and project/program management can track subsequent Board actions where specific projects and commercial paper draws will be identified and funded.University of Vermont Board of Trustees Executive Committee | State of Vermont · Jun 22, 2026$50,000,000 303 more pre-RFPs matched to you in a free digestGet matches free →

Recent projects and awards in Vermont

Contract awards and project updates from public meetings, largest and newest first.

Purchase of four 40-foot NFI XDE40 diesel-electric hybrid transit buses.Contract Award · Chittenden County Transportation Authority · Chittenden County · Oct 27, 2026$4,333,753 Bond approval for Lake Champlain Waldorf School facilityContract Award · Vermont Economic Development Authority | State of Vermont · Washington County · Oct 5, 2026$1,810,000 Renewal of a non-revolving line of credit for short-term liquidity management.Contract Award · Chittenden County Transportation Authority · Chittenden County · Sep 16, 2026$2,700,000 Commercial energy loan for Barnett Solar LLCContract Award · Vermont Economic Development Authority | State of Vermont · Washington County · Sep 15, 2026$1,000,000 Commercial energy loan for solar project by MHG Solar LLCContract Award · Vermont Economic Development Authority | State of Vermont · Washington County · Sep 15, 2026$3,000,000 Barrows Road Culbert replacement project.Contract Award · Town of Northfield · Washington County · Jul 29, 2026$2,983,755 522 more Vermont projects matched to you in a free digestGet matches free →

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COUNTIES BY ACTIVITY

14 counties

Washington114 Chittenden111 Windsor91 Rutland86 Windham68 Lamoille62 Franklin56 Addison50 Orleans49 Bennington47 Orange44 Caledonia42 Grand Isle12 Essex3

Who buys in Vermont

Procurement officers, department heads and council members at the most active Vermont agencies.

LBLowell BertrandJustice of the Peace · City of Vergennes

ALArielle LandauGIS Analyst · City Manager’s Office · City of South Burlington

SRSteven RoqueDirector of Information Technology · Information Technology · Town of Essex

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Government agencies in Vermont

1,305 agencies tracked, with procurement data, contacts and vendors.

Wrightsville Beach Recreation DistSpecial District Worcester Fire District 1Special District Woodstock VillageCity · 903 pop.Woodstock Union Middle/high SchoolSchool · 440 students Woodstock Police DepartmentCity Department · 903 pop.Woodstock Elementary SchoolSchool · 273 students Woodstock Ambulance ServiceCity Department Woodford Hollow SchoolSchool · 30 students Woodbury Elementary SchoolSchool · 54 students Wolcott School DistrictSchool · 120 students Wolcott Elementary SchoolSchool · 109 students Winooski Valley Park DistrictSpecial District Winooski School DistrictSchool · 763 students Winooski Police DepartmentCity Department · 8,239 pop.Winooski Natural Resources Conservation DistrictSpecial District Winooski Middle SchoolSchool · 146 students Winooski Housing AuthorityLocal Housing Authority Winooski High SchoolSchool · 182 students Winhall Stratton Fire District 1Special District Winhall School DistrictSchool · 171 students

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Questions about Vermont

How do I find government contracts in Vermont?

There are 835 tracked government projects across 1,305 agencies in 14 Vermont counties. The most active procurement sectors include Capital Projects, Public Works, and Infrastructure & Maintenance. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts, all in one place. Filter by county, sector, or agency to find the most relevant opportunities.

Which counties have the most procurement activity in Vermont?

The counties with the most government procurement activity in Vermont are: Washington County (114 projects), Chittenden County (111 projects), Windsor County (91 projects), Rutland County (86 projects), and Windham County (68 projects). These counties represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the state. You can drill into any county to see active projects, agency contacts, and competitive intelligence, focusing your business development on the highest-opportunity areas.

What types of agencies issue RFPs in Vermont?

Government agencies across Vermont that issue RFPs include Cities & Towns, School Districts, County Governments, Government Agencies, Higher Education, and Special Districts. With 1,305 agencies tracked across 14 counties, Vermont has a diverse procurement landscape. Each agency manages its own RFP process and vendor relationships independently.

How do I bid on Vermont government projects?

To bid on government projects in Vermont, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in VT publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, there are 835 tracked projects across Vermont. The key advantage is getting in early. Pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

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What sectors are most active in Vermont?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Vermont are: Capital Projects (169 projects), Public Works (108 projects), Infrastructure & Maintenance (83 projects), Equipment (71 projects), and Professional Services (62 projects). Across 26 active sectors statewide, Detailed breakdowns by sector, county, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics across the state.

Who are the key decision-makers in Vermont?

Procurement decisions in Vermont are made by individual agency leaders such as city managers, county administrators, school superintendents, and department heads, across 1,305 agencies in 14 counties. Each agency has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Vermont agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

How active is procurement in Vermont right now?

Vermont is actively procuring. 35 new projects have been surfaced in the last 90 days across the state's 14 counties. The most active sectors recently include Capital Projects, Public Works, and Infrastructure & Maintenance. This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window, whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from a county government.

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