How to bid on Broad Brook Road Slope Stabilization and Reconstruction for Dubois & King INC

What Dubois & King INC is buying

Dubois & King INC is seeking contractors to stabilize a slope and reconstruct Broad Brook Road in Windsor, Vermont. This project is necessary due to flood damage from July 2023, which caused a slope failure along the road.

The work involves removing a temporary concrete block retaining wall and an existing temporary roadway. Contractors will construct a new 18-foot wide permanent gravel roadway and implement permanent slope stabilization measures both uphill and downhill from Broad Brook Road. This project is receiving FEMA Public Assistance (PA) funding.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 01, 2026. All bids must be submitted by August 07, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. The project must be substantially completed no later than October 30, 2026. Liquidated damages will apply if substantial completion is not achieved within the contract time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms, general contractors, and companies specializing in road construction, landscaping, and non-building construction. Contractors must be authorized to do business in Vermont. The work involves excavation, dewatering, grading, backfill, erosion controls, roadway replacement, and guardrail replacement.

For contracts over $100,000, bidders and proposed subcontractors must submit a certification for the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment.

How to access and respond to the bid

To access the bid, you need to view the original source on the Vermont Business Registry & Bid System. This will open a preview of the bid, where you can find the description, work location, and instructions on how to obtain the bid documents. Bid documents typically come from the listed contact, Brian Breslend.

Respond as directed in the posting before the close date. Registering on the Vermont Business Registry is free and will also provide notifications for future Vermont bids.

Tips for a competitive response

Ensure your bid clearly demonstrates your firm's qualifications, including financial data, previous experience with similar projects, and current commitments. Be prepared to submit this information within 10 days if requested by the owner after submitting your bid. Failure to provide requested information in time may lead to disqualification.

All work must comply with the 2024 version of the Vermont Agency of Transportation’s Standard Specifications for Construction. You are responsible for providing all labor, equipment, and materials, including safety measures like trenching and shoring. Ensure all work adheres to VOSHA/OSHA regulations and that you call Dig-Safe to secure a ticket number before starting work.