Historic and Archaeological Assessment

A cultural resources assessment is required for the Fairfield Swamp Pond Dam to ensure compliance with 36 CFR Part 61, focusing on identifying, evaluating, and documenting any historic or archaeological resources that may be affected by project activities. The work must be conducted in close coordination with the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation and must fully adhere to the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties to ensure appropriate preservation practices are followed. The assessment will involve field surveys, archival research, and evaluation of significance under established criteria, with findings submitted for review and approval by state historic preservation authorities. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541620, which corresponds to architectural, engineering, and related services, and is issued by the Vermont Department of Economic Development. The opportunity was posted on May 4, 2026, with a deadline for responses set for June 19, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. The place of performance is at the Fairfield Swamp Pond Dam site, though specific location details are not provided. All work must be completed in alignment with federal and state historic preservation regulations, and contractors are expected to demonstrate expertise in cultural resource management, field methodology, and regulatory compliance to satisfy the requirements of the project.