REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Town of Norwich – Elevator System
Modernization
ISSUE DATE:
August 13, 2026
QUESTIONS DUE BY:
August 27, 2026
4:00 pm
DUE DATE and TIME:
September 21, 2026
4:00 pm
Request for Proposals:
The Town of Norwich, Vermont is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for an elevator
modernization initiative in the Tracy Hall Municipal Building at 300 Main Street, Norwich, VT
05055.
Introduction and Background:
The Town of Norwich installed a Dover Elevator System in 1994 which is now in need of a modernization
investment. The Town is seeking proposals for a qualified vendor to perform appropriate modernization
work, including a replacement of the existing Dover DMC microprocessor controller which is believed to
be approximately 35 years old.
The Town’s goal is to effectively ensure the elevator system in the primary municipal building remains
functional and safe.
The Elevator information is as follows:
Manufacturer – Dover
Type - Oil-Hydraulic Passenger
Serial/Contract #s - Serial # EE8743, BSE #C-12210
State ID# VTEL-3039
Capacity 2,100 lbs.
Speed (feet per minute) 100
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Proposal Information:
Proposals are due no later than 4:00 pm September 21, 2026.
Questions shall be directed in writing, by 4pm on August 27, 2026, to Brennan Duffy, Town Manager, P.O.
Box 376, Norwich, VT 05055 or bduffy@norwich.vt.us
A site visit to inspect the elevator system is encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the Town
Manager.
In order to be considered responsive to this RFP, each submission shall send an electronic copy labeled
Town of Norwich - Elevator System Modernization, via email to bduffy@norwich.vt.us by the date
stipulated above.
Proposal Expectations and Requirements
Proposals will be evaluated based on responsiveness to the RFP. Successful companies must demonstrate
that they have the equipment, financial resources, and proven ability to provide the services required.
To assist in the evaluation process, please include the following information in the proposal.
A. Cover Letter
B. Statement of Capability
1. Contact Information - List the name of the company, address, contact person, phone
number, and e-mail address.
3. Firm's Capabilities - Briefly describe three (3) similar projects which your company has
completed in the past ten (10) years. Please provide references for each project.
C. Methodology and Pricing
Proposed steps, timing, components, and labor with comprehensive pricing to complete the
project.
Town Rights:
The Town reserves the right to negotiate the terms with any and all companies that submit a proposal.
All proposals become the property of the Town upon submission. The cost of preparing, submitting, and
presenting a proposal is the sole expense of the proposer. Revisions to the request for proposal will be
posted on the Town’s website. The Town of Norwich reserves the right to modify any technical and
submission requirements associated with this request for proposals. The Town of Norwich reserves the
right to reject any or all proposals or to award contracts in whole or in part, if this is held to be in the Town's
best interest.
All plans, data, reports, and materials, in digital and hard copy form, used or created for this project will be
delivered to and become the property of the Town upon completion.
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