Broad Brook Road Slope Stabilization and Road Reconstruction

The project involves stabilizing a slope failure along the southeast side of Broad Brook Road in Royalton, Vermont, which occurred during July 2023 flooding events that scoured the slope toe and damaged the roadway and guardrail. The work includes removing a temporary concrete retaining wall and 12-foot temporary roadway, constructing an 18-foot permanent gravel roadway, and implementing permanent slope stabilization measures both upslope and downslope of the road. Additional tasks encompass excavation, dewatering, grading, backfilling, erosion control installation, temporary stream relocation, guardrail replacement, and removal and disposal of unsuitable materials and debris. All work must comply with the 2024 Vermont Agency of Transportation Standard Specifications for Construction and adhere to VOSHA/OSHA safety regulations. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, equipment, materials, and safety measures including trenching and shoring, and must contact Dig-Safe to secure a ticket number prior to any excavation. The project is funded through FEMA Public Assistance Category B emergency funding and must reach substantial completion no later than October 30, 2026, with full completion expected by November 30, 2026. Liquidated damages will be assessed for failure to meet the substantial completion deadline. The Town of Royalton, through its authorized representative, retains authority to inspect and accept work on-site, ensuring compliance with technical standards and overall satisfaction. The solicitation, numbered 73917, was posted on July 1, 2026, with a bid deadline of August 7, 2026, and anticipated award on August 11, 2026. Bids must be submitted as sealed physical packages to the Town of Royalton Town Office and may not be submitted electronically. A bid guarantee of at least 5% of the total bid amount is required in the form of a certified check or bid bond. Offerors must submit the Contractor’s EEO Certification Form (CA-109), the Debarment and Non-Collusion Affidavit (CA-91), and must comply with the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment for contracts over $100,000. Site visits are encouraged but not mandatory. The estimated contract value ranges between $1,000,000 and $1,500,000 based on the engineer’s estimate. While the contract type is not explicitly stated, the fixed scope and defined