CM Rustic Cabins at New Discovery & Lake Carmi State Parks

Agency:	State of Vermont
State:	Vermont
Type of Government:	State & Local
NAICS Category:	236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction 238990 - All Other Specialty Trade Contractors
Posted Date:	Mar 6, 2026
Due Date:	Mar 31, 2026
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Buildings and General Services

133 State Street, 5th Floor | Montpelier VT 05633-8000

802-828-2211 phone |802-828-2222 fax

http://bgs.vermont.gov/purchasing

SEALED BID

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES

FOR

MULTIPLE RUSTIC CABIN INSTALLATIONS AT NEW DISCOVERY STATE

PARK, MARSHFIELD, VT AND LAKE CARMI STATE PARK, FRANKLIN, VT

ISSUE DATE:

BIDDERS’ CONFERENCE:

QUESTIONS DUE BY:

RFP RESPONSES DUE BY:

March 5, 2026

March 13, 2026 10:00 AM – 1 National Life Drive

Davis 1, Montpelier VT or via TEAMS (NON-

Mandatory)

March 20, 2026 – 4:30 PM (EDT)

March 31, 2026 – 4:30 PM (EDT)

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT ALL NOTIFICATIONS, RELEASES, AND ADDENDUMS

ASSOCIATED WITH THIS RFP WILL BE POSTED AT:

http://www.bgs.state.vt.us/pca/bids/bids.php

THE STATE WILL MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO CONTACT INTERESTED PARTIES WITH

UPDATED INFORMATION. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF EACH BIDDER TO

PERIODICALLY CHECK THE ABOVE WEB PAGE FOR ANY AND ALL NOTIFICATIONS,

RELEASES AND ADDENDUMS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS RFP.

STATE CONTACT:

E-MAIL:

James Meyers, State Senior Purchasing Agent

BGS.OPCVendorDocs@vermont.gov

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MULTIPLE RUSTIC CABIN INSTALLATIONS AT NEW DISCOVERY STATE PARK, MARSHFIELD, VT AND LAKE CARMI

STATE PARK, FRANKLIN, VT

1. OVERVIEW:

1.1. SCOPE AND BACKGROUND: Through this Request for Proposal (RFP) the

Department of Buildings and General Services (hereinafter the “State”) is seeking to on

behalf of the Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation, establish a contract with a

Construction Management firm to provide Construction Management services

(hereinafter the “CM”) for the Construction of Rustic Cabins at New Discovery State

Park, Marshfield, VT and additionally at Lake Carmi State Park, Franklin, VT if

economically feasible.

1.2. CONTRACT PERIOD: The State anticipates the contract start date will be May 1, 2026

(see Section 5 – Project Schedule for specific proposed dates).

1.3. SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT: All communications concerning this RFP are to be

addressed in writing to the State Contact listed on the front page of this RFP. Actual or

attempted contact with any other individual from the State concerning this RFP is strictly

prohibited and may result in disqualification.

1.4. BIDDERS’ CONFERENCE: A non-mandatory bidder’s conference will be held in

person at the date and time indicated on the front page of this RFP. A dial-in option will

be provided as well. This conference will provide an opportunity for the State to discuss

some of the details of this RFP as well as to allow bidders to ask questions. This will

supplement the Q and A period of the bid. No onsite conference is planned; the

attached preliminary site plans provide context. The sites remain open to the public for

bidder visits at your discretion and self-guidance. No formal state-accompanied

walkthroughs should be requested and none will be provided. These cabins are going

into established campgrounds on established sites.

1.4.1. The in-person option Bidders Conference will be held at the ANR offices at

1 National Life Drive, Davis 1, Montpelier, VT . Enter through the “State”

Entrance near the middle of the structure. Please arrive at least 15 minutes

early to clear security and to be directed to the conference room. A valid

government issued ID is required by Security.

1.4.2. To dial in via teams please contact Frank Spaulding at

frank.spaulding@vermont.gov

1.5. QUESTION AND ANSWER PERIOD: Any bidder requiring clarification of any section of

this RFP or wishing to comment on any requirement of the RFP must submit specific

questions in writing no later than the deadline for question indicated on the first page of

this RFP. Questions may be e-mailed to the point of contact on the front page of this

RFP. Questions or comments not raised in writing on or before the last day of the

question period are thereafter waived. At the close of the question period a copy of all

questions or comments and the State's responses will be posted on the State’s web site

http://www.bgs.state.vt.us/pca/bids/bids.php . Every effort will be made to post this

information as soon as possible after the question period ends, contingent on the

number and complexity of the questions.

1.6. CHANGES TO THIS RFP: Any modifications to this RFP will be made in writing by the

State through the issuance of an Addendum to this RFP and posted online at

http://www.bgs.state.vt.us/pca/bids/bids.php . Modifications from any other source are

not to be considered.

1.7. BIDDERS ATTENTION IS DIRECTED TO: Please be advised that all notifications,

releases, and addendums associated with this RFP will be posted at the website

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STATE PARK, FRANKLIN, VT

noted on the front page of this RFP. The State will make no attempt to contact

contractors with updated information. It is the responsibility of each contractor

to periodically check the posting site for any and all notifications, releases and

addendums associated with the RFP.

1.7.1. SPECIAL INCENTIVES

1.7.1.1. The spirit of this request and the intent of this project is to maximize the

economic benefit of this investment to the State Park system. Therefore,

flexibility and incentives are built into this RFP. The reader is encouraged to

find those incentives in the text and opportunities in the project while

formulating their response.

1.7.2. BONDING: Full bonding is required for this Project.

1.7.3. It is the Bidder’s responsibility to thoroughly read and comply with all instructions

and requirements of this bid solicitation. Your attention is directed to the special

instructions regarding the bid proposal submissions. Please follow the Instructions

to Bidders carefully.

1.8. FUNDING SOURCE

1.8.1. This project is being funded through the Vermont Capital Construction Act funds.

1.8.1.1. Projects undertaken by FPR are exempt from State Prevailing wage in

accordance with 29 V.S.A. § 161. Requirements on State construction

projects.

2. DETAILED REQUIREMENTS/DESIRED OUTCOMES:

2.1. The CM will join the project at the beginning of the Design Development phase. The CM

will be required to participate in the design process in order to enhance constructability and

design quality, reduce amount of change orders, control costs and reduce the length of the

overall construction period.

3. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

3.1.1. The primary objective of this project is to install 5-6 rustic camping cabins at New

Discovery State Park, and if possible additional cabins within the available

budget at Lake Carmi State Park. These Rustic Cabins are a continuation and

expansion of the successful rustic cabin program in other Vermont State Parks.

The selected contractor shall have the opportunity to construct additional units if

economic efficiencies can be found. The RFP also contains financial incentives.

Finished examples of Cabins and the ultimate outcome goal of this RFP can be

viewed on the State Parks Website at https://www.vtstateparks.com/cabins.html.

3.1.2. Cabin Use – Rustic cabins are intended for gathering and sleeping only. Cooking

is done outdoors and the occupants use the shared campground toilet and

shower facilities. Overnight pricing for a stay is approximately 2-times the rate

for a lean-to in the same park. Existing cabins experience at least a 75% rate of

nightly occupancy.

3.1.3. Cabin Structure: Rustic cabins are one room enclosed structures with a porch,

with a 14’ x 14’ enclosed living space and a full-wide 7’ deep porch. The walls

show interior open framing and for that reason are designed to provide a post

and beam “like” look. This is the design represented in the Attachment F to this

RFP which is a copy of the scope of work for previous construction. Some

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STATE PARK, FRANKLIN, VT

versions (Button Bay) are log structure kit with “D” shaped logs providing a broad

horizontal panel look to the interior. Either of these versions are acceptable. In

addition, the state would consider a true post and beam, or standard stud

construction (either pre-manufactured or constructed on site) with interior

paneling. However, the latter option will require special attention to prevent the

wall cavities of these seasonal structures from becoming hiding spaces for mice

and other rodents. This is a significant concern for Vermont State Parks. In

the past, exterior siding has been changed to match specific park vernacular.

Exterior finish preference for New Discovery is log profile. For the cabins at Lake

Carmi the exterior siding can be adjusted to compliment local buildings but

should be wooden. The overall structural goal is to match the appearance and

character of the existing cabins. Examples of current cabins can be viewed at the

Vermont State Parks Website. The existing cabins at Lake Carmi do NOT

represent the desired dimensional and roofline aesthetic. Link to Cabin page on

website. https://www.vtstateparks.com/cabins

3.1.4. Electrical – is depicted in the drawings. Each cabin is serviced with modest

safety, air movement, light, and outlet package.

3.1.4.1. All electrical work must be executed to appropriate code.

3.1.4.2. All lighting shall follow the “Five Lighting Principles for Responsible Outdoor

Lighting as published by Dark Sky International.

https://darksky.org/resources/guides-and-how-tos/lighting-principles/ Only

dark sky certified fixtures shall be used outside and interior lighting shall be

installed such that it meets the five principles from the outside.

3.1.5. Doors and windows – Are as shown in the plans. Entry doors must meet ADA

requirements (This includes the screen door and associated hardware)

3.1.6. ADA – the cabin must be ADA accessible for all installations where technically

feasible for the site. (the minimum is 50% of the cabins in any one unique area).

The ADA requirements extend to the site around the cabin detailed below.

3.2. Site work and Utilities –The cabins are designed to occupy approximately the same

space as a large tent site. Site work will need to be planned and executed to achieve

the following goals. Each site may require specific layout and must accommodate

appropriate environmental restrictions. Sitework should accommodate the following

performance goals.

3.2.1. Non-ADA Sites shall have a minimum of Parking for two passenger cars. ADA

sites should preferably have two parking spaces but at a minimum shall have

one ADA Van accessible space.

3.2.2. Accessible route for ADA sites between parking and cabin, cabin and park road

and cabin and site amenities

3.2.2.1. Access to the interior shall be accomplished via 2010 ADA standards

compliant ramp or other pathway.

3.2.3.

Space for Site Amenities shall include one 36-inch diameter fire ring with 4-foot

clear ADA access on all sides for ADA sites. For Non-ADA sites there shall be

4-foot clear space on all sides but does not need to meet ADA slope

requirements. Each site shall include space for an 8 foot picnic table with

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access space on all sides. (Access space cannot be shared between the fire

ring and the picnic table)

3.2.3.1. All sites will require some tree clearing and enlargement (assume by at

least 30%)

3.2.4.

Electrical service – Site Utilities shall be buried in non-metallic conduit In

accordance with NEC, and each building will be serviced to an external panel

and shut off mounted in the most discrete location. The State shall provide

limitations for routing (see Loop electrical details and additional scope)

3.2.5. Loop Electrical Details – The contractor shall retain an electrical engineer to

provide code compliant service generally as follows

3.2.5.1. New Discovery Main feed to loop – the existing overhead lines into the loop

(to the rear of the existing Toilet Building shall be abandoned and removed

and replaced with buried electrical service. How power is distributed shall

be determined by NEC and appropriate electrical engineering, but shall

provide at a minimum the following

3.2.5.1.1. All electrical upgrades will be included in the overall project cost

however only certain aspects will be applied to the cabin profit/loss

calculation detailed in section 4 PROJECT BUDGET.

3.2.5.1.2. New electrical service to each of the new cabin sites

3.2.5.1.3. New electrical service to the bathroom, assume new entrance and

breaker panel for bathroom. (If applicable the Cabin Profit/Loss of this

upgrade will be pro-rated to the cabins this line serves, otherwise this

cost will not be applied to the Cabin Profit/Loss)

3.2.5.1.4. New electrical service to the existing volunteer site adjacent to the

bathroom with new RV electrical pedestal. (This cost will not be applied

to the Cabin Profit/Loss)

3.2.5.1.5. Appropriately sized conduit to provide a minimum of 5 additional

electrical hookups among the field sites. This pipe will not be cabled or

energized but shall be sized to carry conductors capable of providing

service at 50 amperage per site. Buried blank conduit shall end at

location where it deviates from shared trench for other new services.

(The intent is to economize on excavation) (This cost will not be

applied to the Cabin Profit/Loss)

3.2.5.1.6. Appearance and routing of electrical elements. All electrical element

location and routing shall be subject to approval by the State and the

contractor shall coordinate that discussion and approval appropriately.

The state has identified 2 large trees that shall be avoided and well

protected during construction which may alter utility routing.

3.2.5.1.7. Meter/backboards shall be discrete and hidden with boxes opposite

public view. Conduit shall be appropriately supported and protected

from inadvertent damage from turf and grounds care maintenance.

3.2.5.2. Lake Carmi State Park – preliminary powerline routing is indicated on

attached drawings Attachment H. How power is distributed shall be

This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.

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