MIL DEPT - EAFR Wildland Fire Apparatus Building

Background

The State of Vermont Military Department is issuing an Invitation to Bid for the construction of the Ethan Allen Firing Range Wildland Fire Apparatus Storage Building. This project aims to enhance the facilities at the Ethan Allen Firing Range located in Underhill, Vermont, by constructing a new storage building for wildland fire apparatus. The project is part of the state's efforts to improve its infrastructure and support its mission in emergency response and fire management.

Work Details

The project consists of labor and materials for the construction of a 42 x 40 pre-engineered building along with site improvements as indicated on the drawings provided by Civil Engineering Associates, dated August 2024. Specific tasks include site preparation, foundation work, structural assembly, roofing, electrical installations, and any necessary landscaping or drainage improvements as per the provided plans.

Period of Performance

The contract will be performed over a specified timeframe that will be detailed in the bid documents, with an expected completion date aligned with the project timeline established by Civil Engineering Associates.

Place of Performance

The construction will take place at the Ethan Allen Firing Range located at 77 Range Road, Underhill, Vermont.

Bidder Requirements

Bidders must comply with several requirements including: - Full bonding for the job - Carrying Builder’s Risk Insurance - Compliance with Vermont Prevailing Wage and Fringe Benefit Rate requirements - Adherence to domestic preference for procurements. Additionally, contractors must undergo a criminal background check for all personnel working on-site and comply with security protocols set forth by VTARNG. Bidders are also required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest.