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Procurement

General Information

The Rutland Housing Authority (RHA) is committed to working with qualified vendors and contractors who can fulfill the various contractual needs of the agency.

The General Provisions are to:
1. Provide fair and equitable treatment of all persons or firms involved in purchasing by the RHA
2. Assure that supplies, services, & construction are procured efficiently, effectively, and at the most favorable prices available to the RHA
3. Promote competition in contracting
4. Provide safeguards for maintaining a procurement system of qualify and integrity
5. Assure that RHA purchasing actions are in full compliance with applicable Federal standards, HUD regulations, and State and local laws

* The term ‘procurement’ includes both contract and modifications (including change orders) for construction or services, as well as purchase, lease, or rental of supplies and equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I find out about contractual opportunities?
A: Regularly review the legal section of local newspapers (Rutland Herald) for notification of bid opportunities.

Q: When are bids opened?
A:  At the time and date specified on front of the bid page.

Q: Do I need to be pre-qualified to bid?
A: No. Qualifications and certifications required for specific contracts will be required prior to the award of the contract.

Q: What do I need to do to have my company added to the RHA bidder’s list?
A:  Send a letter requesting to be added to RHA bidder’s list to the Purchasing Department on your company’s letterhead. Be sure to
specify the services and/or products that your company provides.

Key Contacts
Gail Gorruso Associate Director for Finance Rutland Housing Authority 5 Tremont Street Rutland, VT 05701 Phone: 802-775-2926, Ext. 14 Fax: 802-747-6180 ggorruso@rhavt.org	Richard Baker Facilities and Asset Manager Rutland Housing Authority 5 Tremont Street Rutland, VT 05701 Phone: 802-775-2926, Ext. 11 Fax: 802-747-6180 rbaker@rhavt.org