Town Of Hancock

Buyer seeks professional services to evaluate potential well and septic capacity on an undeveloped town-owned property. The analysis is part of a feasibility study for housing development on a 6.6-acre parcel accessible via VT-100 and Taylor Meadow. The evaluation will determine the maximum number of bedrooms that could be accommodated on the site. This project does not include system design, permitting, or construction.

• 6/4/2025 - RFP Issue Date
• 6/30/2025 - Question Submission Deadline
• 7/9/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 7/15/2025 - Proposal Opening
• 7/18/2025 - Firm Selection Notification
• 10/15/2025 - Contract Termination Date

• Experience in site and soils assessment
• Technical expertise in potable well siting/design
• Technical expertise in septic system siting/design
• Registration with Vermont Secretary of State
• Must have or obtain Unique Entity Identifier

• Evaluate site soils for on-site wastewater disposal suitability
• Assess potable water well development potential
• Identify natural resource restrictions affecting development
• Determine maximum bedroom capacity for the site
• Conduct soil testing and analysis
• Perform test pit excavations
• Analyze groundwater conditions
• Map suitable septic system locations
• Identify potential well locations
• Document compliance with state septic regulations
• Calculate wastewater disposal capacity
• Evaluate soil percolation rates
• Assess seasonal high water table impacts
• Document limiting soil layers
• Prepare comprehensive written evaluation report
• Estimate potential housing density based on septic capacity
• Identify setback requirements from property lines
• Map floodplain restrictions for system placement
• Coordinate field investigations with town officials
• Present findings with clear recommendations