RFP - Trout River Floodplain Restoration Final Design

The Franklin County Natural Resources Conservation District is soliciting proposals for the final design phase of a floodplain restoration project along the Trout River in Montgomery, Vermont, targeting three distinct sites managed by five separate landowners. This effort aims to restore ecological function and reduce flood risk within the river corridor through engineered solutions that align with conservation goals, requiring consultants to deliver detailed, site-specific designs ready for implementation. Proposals must address technical complexity across multiple ownership boundaries while ensuring environmental suitability and coordination with local stakeholders. The solicitation, identified as 73965, was posted on July 17, 2026, with responses due by August 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The project falls under the jurisdiction of the Vermont Department of Economic Development and is being administered through the Franklin County NRCD, with inquiries directed to [email hidden] or [phone hidden]. While no specific set-aside or NAICS code has been designated, all proposers must demonstrate relevant expertise in floodplain design, hydrologic analysis, and stakeholder coordination within Vermont’s regulatory and ecological context. Work is to be performed onsite in Montgomery, VT, and proposals are accessible via the Vermont Business Registry for public review.