Office Closings
The Town Manager’s Office and the Zoning Administrator’s office will both be closed on Thursday, April 10, 2025 to attend an important off site training event.
The Town Manager’s Office and the Zoning Administrator’s office will both be closed on Thursday, April 10, 2025 to attend an important off site training event.
REMINDER TO ALL DOG OWNERS – Dog licenses are due by Tuesday, April 1st. Please bring in a current rabies certificate when you come to register. Fee is $11.00 for spayed/neutered and $15.00 for non-spayed/neutered. Late fee will be applied after April 1st. If you have any questions, please email tonia.chase@hardwickvt.gov or call 802-472-5971.
Town of Hardwick, Vermont
Request for Proposals (RFP) for Engineering Services:
Replacement of Fisher Folly Bridge
Issue Date: April 3, 2025
Proposal Due Date: April 30, 2025
Introduction:
The Town of Hardwick is soliciting proposals from qualified engineering firms for the
design and engineering services required to replace the Fisher Folly Bridge. Fisher Folly
Bridge was a town-owned single-lane structure located off VT Route 15E and was
destroyed during the substantial rain event on July 11, 2023, which caused widespread
damage throughout the Lamoille River watershed.
The current, state-owned, temporary bridge spans the Haynesville Brook just upstream
of its confluence with the Lamoille River and provides access to a private residence.
Project Background:
The Fisher Folly Bridge was critically damaged during the July 2023 floods, rendering it
impassable. A temporary bridge has since been installed to restore access; however, a
permanent replacement is necessary to ensure long-term reliability and safety.
Scope of Work:
The engineering firm selected will be responsible for the following tasks:
o Obtain all necessary permits and approvals from relevant authorities.
Proposal Requirements:
Interested firms should submit proposals that include the following:
o Contact information for at least three clients for whom the firm has
performed similar services.
Evaluation Criteria:
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Relevant experience and qualifications of the firm and assigned personnel.
Understanding of the project scope and proposed approach.
Demonstrated ability to meet schedules and operate within budget.
Quality and completeness of the proposal.
Cost-effectiveness of the proposal.
Submission Instructions:
Please submit three copies of the proposal, along with an electronic version in PDF
format, by 12:00 pm on April 30, 2025 to:
Town Manager Office
Town of Hardwick
20 Church Street
PO Box 523
Hardwick, VT 05843
Questions:
Questions regarding this RFP should be directed to David Upson at
david.upson@hardwickvt.gov or (802) 472-6120 by April 21, 2025 COB. Responses to
all questions will be shared with all known prospective proposers.
Additional Information:
The Town of Hardwick reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive
any informality, and to accept the proposal deemed in the best interest of the
Town.
All costs incurred in the preparation of a proposal responding to this RFP will be
the responsibility of the proposer and will not be reimbursed by the Town.
We look forward to reviewing your proposal and working with a qualified engineering
firm to successfully complete the Fisher Folly Bridge replacement project.
MONDAY, APRIL 14
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
HARDWICK TOWN HOUSE
Voice your climate priorities through diverse engagement activities. Climate Councilors will listen, and then consider public input when revising the Plan (due July 1, 2025). Background materials will be emailed to you a few days in advance of the meeting. Refreshments provided! Kids’ activity sheets available for families.
Follow this link to register and learn more: https://climatechange.vermont.gov/climate-action-plan-2025-update
If you can’t make the meeting but would still like to share your thoughts, click here to submit a written comment: https://anrweb.vt.gov/ANR/ClimateCouncil/PublicInputForm.aspx
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QUESTIONS? Contact anr.cao@vermont.gov or (802) 404-2729 including for accessibility needs (language, transportation, disability, etc.)
The Town of Hardwick Police Department is accepting applications for the following position:
Patrol Officer
The Town is seeking energetic, positive professionals with a strong desire to provide quality police services to a progressive community. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, possess exceptional moral character, strong work ethics, be able to pass the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council’s (VCJTC) physical fitness test, the VCJTC entrance exam & psychological evaluation (MMPI). Applicants chosen to proceed in the hiring process will undergo an extensive background investigation, to include a polygraph test and interviews with the Chief of Police and Town Manager. Current full-time (Level 3) certified officers are encouraged to apply.
Current labor contracts provide for competitive wages and benefits including health insurance, life insurance, a generous amount of accrued time off, and participation in the Vermont Municipal Retirement System. Day, night, weekend, and holiday work required. This is a Union position.
Those wishing to apply should send a resume with at least three references, along with a cover letter and a completed application. Application package can be found on the Town’s website at:
Applications can be emailed to jobs@hardwickvt.gov or mailed to:
Mike Henry, Hardwick Police Department
P.O. Box 447
56 High Street
Hardwick, VT 05843
Town of Hardwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.