Bid guide
How to bid on Richardson Road Culvert Replacement for the Town of Killington
What the Town of Killington is buying
The Town of Killington is seeking one contractor to replace a culvert on Richardson Road. This project involves diverting the stream, removing the old culvert, installing a new pipe, building headwalls and wingwalls, and installing guardrails. The road can be closed during construction.
Work within the stream must be completed by October 1, 2026, with the entire project finished by November 1, 2026. This is a lump-sum contract, and the Town encourages bids from women-owned, minority-owned, and low-income businesses.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at the site on August 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The deadline for questions is August 14, 2026.
Sealed lump-sum bids are due to the Town Manager’s Office by 3:00 PM ET on August 24, 2026. Bids will be publicly opened at the next Select Board meeting, and bidders are not required to be present. Work in the stream must be completed by October 1, 2026, and final construction by November 1, 2026.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for contractors experienced in culvert replacement, stream diversion, and road construction, particularly those familiar with federal funding requirements. Firms with expertise in installing headwalls, wingwalls, and guardrails will find this project aligns with their capabilities.
The Town of Killington specifically encourages bids from women-owned, minority-owned, and low-income businesses.
How to respond
To access the bid documents, contact Enman Kesselring Consulting Engineers at 61 Prospect Street, Rutland, VT, or call (802) 775-3437. You can also email Patrick Griffin at [email protected] for the electronic bid documents. All questions must be directed to Enman Kesselring Consulting Engineers.
Sealed bids must be delivered to the Town Manager’s Office at 2046 Route 4, Killington, VT, or mailed to Town of Killington, c/o Town Manager, PO Box 429, Killington, VT 05751. Envelopes must be marked “Richardson Road Culvert Replacement” and received by the August 24, 2026, 3:00 PM ET deadline. Bid, payment, and performance bonds are required.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all bid documents obtained from Enman Kesselring Consulting Engineers. Pay close attention to the scope of work, including specific requirements for stream diversion, culvert installation, and the construction of headwalls, wingwalls, and guardrails. Ensure your lump-sum bid accurately reflects all project costs.
Since this project is federally funded, confirm you understand any associated compliance requirements, even though Davis Bacon prevailing wages are not required. Prepare all necessary bid, payment, and performance bonds well in advance of the submission deadline. Consider attending the non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and inspecting the site to gain a comprehensive understanding of the project conditions and potential challenges.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Town of Killington; the original posting controls.