Real Estate Development Services

This contract involves a qualification-based procurement process led by the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC), in partnership with the Montpelier Commission for Recovery and Resilience (MCRR), to secure real estate development services for a potential land and building acquisition at 87 State Street in Montpelier, Vermont. The scope encompasses comprehensive activities such as negotiation coordination with the General Services Administration (GSA), due diligence management—including environmental, structural, legal, and historic assessments—development of acquisition strategies, identification of redevelopment opportunities, and funding pursuits. The contract is valued at a maximum of $25,000, with a performance period from December 3, 2025, to June 1, 2026. Proposals are due by November 30, 2025, and will be evaluated primarily on price, proposal quality, local experience, and understanding of project needs, emphasizing a trade-off approach rather than a lowest-price selection. The solicitation emphasizes detailed proposal submission requirements, including a cover letter, descriptions of consulting services, resumes of key personnel, conflict of interest disclosures, and detailed billing rates and projected expenses, all within a 10-page limit. The contract stipulates that all deliverables—such as reports, maps, and analyses—must be accessible, include visual aids, and meet applicable legal standards, with ownership rights transferring to CVRPC, MCRR, and the State of Vermont. Payment will be made via email invoicing, with an anticipated 30-day turnaround, and the contractor is responsible for compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. The procurement process does not specify FAR clauses or federal contract clauses, reflecting its state and regional scope, but it includes standard provisions on confidentiality, conflict of interest, and ownership of work products. Overall, this contract aims to support strategic planning and redevelopment efforts for the property, ensuring transparency, compliance, and a focus on local expertise and project understanding in the selection process.