Vermont Universal Service Fund Fiscal Agent

The Department of Public Service in Vermont is seeking proposals to contract one or more companies to serve as the Fiscal Agent for the Vermont Universal Service Fund (VUSF) for a three-year term. The Fiscal Agent’s responsibilities include collecting revenue from telecommunications service providers, depositing these funds into the VUSF, distributing monies from the fund, and investing current balances, as mandated by state law. This role is governed by statutory requirements outlined in 30 V.S.A. § 7501-7525, with specific duties referenced in Section 7503. This solicitation, issued by the Vermont Department of Economic Development, was posted on March 6, 2026, with a response deadline of April 3, 2026. The contract aligns with the Department of Public Service’s mission to manage the public interest in telecommunications and related sectors. Interested parties can find further information and submit proposals via the Vermont business registry, with Hunter Thompson serving as the primary contact for inquiries. The engagement will be performed within Vermont, supporting the state’s regulatory framework for telecommunications service revenue and fund administration.