The Village of Swanton is soliciting a Job Contract titled "Gallup Court Waterline" (RFQ Number: Contract #1). The project calls for installation of approximately 680 linear feet of new waterline to replace the existing waterline on Gallup Court in the Village of Swanton. The government posting lists a site visit for 8/11/2026 at 10:00:00 AM at 120 First Street, Swanton, VT, and identifies the procurement as a construction job contract rather than a grant program.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
212985
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
42
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
2,380
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than ~$10,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through NASPO ValuePoint, Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Small purchase authority allows agencies to bypass PPB review for micro-purchases under 20K when justified.
Payment cycles run Net-45 by default; expedite via NYC PayNow with a 2% early-pay discount on approved invoices.
Sole Source
Entity:Village of Swanton (VT)
Evidence:No evidence of sole source awards; deprioritize this path.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Small purchase authority allows agencies to bypass PPB review for micro-purchases under 20K when justified.
Payment cycles run Net-45 by default; expedite via NYC PayNow with a 2% early-pay discount on approved invoices.
Cooperatives
There is no evidence that the Village of Swanton uses cooperative purchasing today.
Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Small purchase authority allows agencies to bypass PPB review for micro-purchases under 20K when justified.
Payment cycles run Net-45 by default; expedite via NYC PayNow with a 2% early-pay discount on approved invoices.
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Village of Swanton
Town of Swanton Regular Selectboard Meeting
Date: Aug 19, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The meeting addressed various topics including animal control, concerns about the Bushey Road/Highgate Road intersection, and highway department matters such as roadside mowing, tree removal, and road preparation for paving. The board also discussed a land swap, the Old Town Garage site, setting the 2025 tax rate, and updates on Swanton Promotion. Additionally, there were discussions regarding the agenda for the next meeting and correspondence related to Maple Grove.
Town of Swanton Special Selectboard Meeting
Date: Aug 6, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included discussions on law enforcement with updates from the Swanton Police Department and the Swanton Health Officer. The board addressed a request from residents of Maple Grove Estates Road regarding town takeover, reviewed a library insulation project, and discussed highway department matters, including bids for a surplus dump truck and a new work truck. Updates were provided on the LVRT project and land swap, along with discussions on welcome signs, library issues, and the Ron Kilburn Railroad Museum building. The board also covered community and economic development, including downtown safety improvements and the Promote Swanton initiative. A resident raised concerns about the installation of guardrails along South River Street.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Village of Swanton.
The meeting included discussions and decisions on several key areas. The 2023 Town Financial Audit was reviewed, and it was determined that transitioning to GASBY financial accounting practices was not necessary. The Cemetery Commission shared plans for a roadside marker and dedication for Corporal Leonard Lord. The board reviewed and approved various expenditures, including general, highway, special, and library orders, as well as payroll orders. The Highway Department discussed paving quotes for Maquam Shore and County Road, and a motion was passed to approve the contract contingent on state approval of a grant. The board also discussed and made decisions regarding the adoption of an updated Purchasing Policy and Whistleblower Protection Policy, the signing of a contract for Missisquoi Valley Rescue, Inc., and the ratification of the appointment of Attorney Vaughn Comeau for tax sales. Additionally, the board discussed State Drive access, Promote Swanton updates, FEMA buyout, proposed zoning fee increases, Swan Pond updates, and the Town Office painting RFP. An executive session was held, and subsequent action was taken to authorize spending for cleanup and securing a property on Fourth St.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track Village of Swanton meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
