Al Claussen

Al Claussen serves as a key procurement liaison for the Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation, supporting the agency’s mission to drive community revitalization through strategic infrastructure and planning investments. In this role, he oversees the acquisition of professional services critical to sustainable economic development, with a primary focus on architectural design, urban planning, and public facility enhancement. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from needs assessment and solicitation to contract award and performance monitoring—ensuring alignment with state and federal compliance standards while advancing equitable, long-term community outcomes. Claussen’s contractor relationships are centered on architectural and design firms with demonstrated expertise in public-sector planning and sustainable development. He consistently engages with vendors possessing deep experience in municipal infrastructure projects, historic preservation, and energy-efficient building design. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he fosters collaborative, performance-based partnerships with firms that prioritize community engagement and adaptive reuse strategies, often selecting providers with local Vermont roots and regional project familiarity. His procurement pattern reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions conducted under non-set-aside conditions. This approach underscores a commitment to selecting the most technically qualified and cost-effective providers, regardless of socioeconomic classification, while still ensuring compliance with all applicable small business participation goals. There is no formal preference for 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, but small businesses are encouraged to compete on equal footing through transparent, merit-based evaluations. Claussen’s procurement focus is exclusively concentrated in NAICS 541310 (Architectural Services), reflecting the agency’s reliance on design-led solutions to advance housing accessibility, public space revitalization, and climate-resilient infrastructure. He procures comprehensive architectural planning, site analysis, sustainable design, and construction documentation services—ensuring that every project supports Vermont’s broader goals of livability, environmental stewardship, and inclusive economic growth.