Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) 3-Acre Adoption

The State of Vermont’s Department of Environmental Conservation is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) communities to adopt and implement storm‑water treatment practices on local three‑acre sites. Up to $8.86 million is available for this round; each awarded MS4 must provide a 20 % match and will receive between $525,000 and $900,000 based on a scoring formula that rewards the number of sites adopted and prior adoption history. The grant covers adoption (amending the MS4 permit), implementation of eligible storm‑water projects, operations & maintenance, and required reporting over a two‑year period (Sept 2026 – Oct 2028). Quarterly progress reports and a final report are mandatory, and the State will provide technical assistance through a designated Technical Project Manager. • Eligible applicants: 13 listed Vermont MS4 municipalities (e.g., Burlington, Rutland, St. Albans). • Funding: up to $8.86 M total; individual awards $525 k‑$900 k. • Match requirement: 20 % of project cost from the applicant. • Key dates: Applicants’ Conference 9/15/2026, Questions due 9/18/2026, Application deadline 10/9/2026, Notification 10/30/2026. • Scope: Permit amendment (Adoption), project design & construction (Implementation), O&M, and comprehensive reporting. • Deliverables: Permit authorization, project tracking forms, quarterly progress reports, final performance report, leverage documentation, annual MS4 regulatory reporting. • Contact: Eric Thomas (Phone (802) 636‑7577, Email [email protected]).