Class IV Road Improvements, Otto Merill

The Town of Royalton is soliciting proposals to improve Otto Merrill, an unmaintained Class IV multi-use road that currently faces significant deterioration due to erosion, encroaching wetland patterns, and invasive vegetation. The project scope includes ditching, installation of open bottom culverts and swales, and resurfacing to enhance drainage, stabilize the roadbed, and mitigate environmental degradation. Funding for the initiative comes from grant sources, with the goal of restoring safe and sustainable access along the corridor. All work must comply with local environmental regulations and prioritize long-term durability while minimizing ecological disruption. The solicitation, numbered 75028, was posted on August 5, 2026, with responses due by September 3, 2026. The procurement is administered by the Vermont Department of Economic Development under a State, Local, or Educational (SLED) organization type, and performance will occur entirely within Vermont. Interested parties should direct inquiries to the primary point of contact, townadmin@royalton.gov, or call 802-763-7967. Further details, including bid submission guidelines and technical specifications, are available through the official Vermont Business Registry link.