Opportunity
Vermont Department of Economic Development #73647
Dam Removal and River Restoration Services for Cross Brothers Dam, Northfield, VT
Posted
April 20, 2026
Respond By
May 21, 2026
Identifier
73647
NAICS
237990, 238910, 562910
This opportunity involves the removal of the Cross Brothers Dam on the Dog River in Northfield, Vermont, as part of a river restoration initiative. - Government Buyer: - Town of Northfield, Vermont (local government) - In partnership with Vermont Natural Resources Council - Scope of Work: - Demolition and removal of the concrete Cross Brothers Dam and associated structures - Removal of accumulated sediment from the river - Restoration of the stream channel to natural conditions - Installation of stone armor at sanitary sewer crossings and along the north riverbank - Overall site restoration following dam removal - Products/Services Requested: - Dam removal and site restoration services (1 lot) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Mandatory site visit for all prospective bidders - Coordination with the project engineer for plans and attachments - Compliance with environmental and construction standards for dam removal and river restoration - No specific OEMs or named vendors are mentioned in the solicitation - NAICS: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) - NIGP: 909-00 (Building Construction Services, New)
Description
The Town of Northfield, in partnership with Vermont Natural Resources Council, is seeking bids to remove the Cross Brothers Dam on the Dog River. The project involves removal of the concrete dam and appurtenant structures, removal of accumulated sediment, stream channel restoration, installation of stone armor at sanitary sewer crossings and along the north riverbank, and site restoration. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for May 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the project site. Prospective bidders should contact Project Engineer Ethan Ely for plans and attachments.