Full RFP available at the Town Office & online at https://westfordvt.us/careers-rfps/

The Town of Westford is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to remove and replace the current handicapped ramp & front steps at the Westford Town Office building located at 1713 Vermont Route 128 in Westford, VT. Proposals shall include a conceptual drawing of the proposed ADA compliant ramp & stairs, and an estimated cost for removal of the current ramp & stairs as well as installation and landscaping of the new ramp & stairs.

• A site visit is recommended for Monday, November 11, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at the Westford Town Office. Please enter the building to meet the Town Administrator on the first floor.

• Questions must be submitted in writing by 1:00 p.m. Monday, November 18, 2024, to Holly Delisle, Town Administrator, townadmin@westfordvt.us

Scope of Work

The selected contractor shall:

• Meet with the Town Administrator to view the current ramp, landing, and steps.

• Incorporate all applicable ADA requirements, specifications, and estimated costs.

• Select materials for durability & longevity based on location & exposure to elements.

• Work within Westford’s established T5 District Form Based Code.

• Review and refine design and estimated cost requirements w/ Town Officials

• Provide a cost estimate for building, site work & permits and a timeline for permitting & construction.

• Communicate/provide regular progress updates with the Selectboard & Town Administrator.

Rate & Fee Schedule:

The Rate & Fee Schedule should present a table including hourly and overtime rates (as applicable) for all classification of personnel who may work under this contract. The rates presented will remain in effect for the duration of the contract.

Bid Submission Instructions

Proposals must be received by 12:00 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2024:

• Electronically via email to townadmin@westfordvt.us; or

• USPS/UPS/FEDEX – Town of Westford, 1713 VT Route 128, Westford, VT 05494; or

• Hand delivered to the Westford Town Office. There is a drop box available for after hours. (Proposals should be clearly labeled “Westford Town Office ADA Compliant Ramp & Stairs” with the contractor’s name.)

Insurance Requirements:

The Contractor shall at their own expense provide and maintain all applicable insurances. See the full RFP for more details: https://westfordvt.us/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/RFP-Town-Office-ADA-Ramp-Stairs-2024.pdf