Lamoille County Facility Site Identification Study

Rural Community Transportation, Inc. (RCT) of Vermont issued a Request for Proposals (RFP-FY25-2) on December 8, 2025, seeking a qualified consultant with expertise in real estate or facility development to conduct a Site Identification Study. The purpose of the study is to identify and evaluate at least five potential sites in Lamoille County—specifically in the Stowe or Morristown areas—for the construction of a new facility to replace RCT’s existing branch office in Morrisville. The consultant’s responsibilities include compiling narrative summaries with maps and photographs, developing a numerical evaluation matrix assessing factors such as transit vehicle access, zoning, size, development feasibility, and presenting the findings to RCT leadership. The study must comply with federal requirements including ADA, Section 504, and federal transit regulations, ensuring sites meet all accessibility and regulatory criteria. Proposals must be submitted electronically by January 5, 2026, and include a cover letter, firm introduction, detailed methodology, project schedule, references, resumes, and a cost proposal. Evaluation is weighted heavily toward qualifications and methodology (60%), encompassing project schedule and past performance, while cost accounts for 40% of the scoring, with award determined by best-value trade-off rather than lowest price alone. The contract incorporates various federal clauses related to record access, anti-trafficking, energy conservation, Fly America provisions, and compliance with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements. No special contract options, security clearances, or key personnel clauses are present. The place of performance is Vermont, and acceptance of deliverables is tied to satisfactory completion and adherence to applicable federal standards. Contact and submission details are provided, with email submissions required in PDF format only.