U.S. General Services Administration
Norton Land Port of Entry, Vermont
The project scope the modernization of a Land Port of Entry (LPOE) to accommodate Program of Requirements of space and facilities for the Custom and Border Protection (CBP) to carry out their agency mission at the international border crossing between Norton, Vermont and Stanhope, Quebec. The project will help improve traffic flow, enhance security, and facilitate trade and travel in the region.
LPOE details
Fact sheet: Norton LPOE fact sheet [PDF - 125 KB]
Address: VT-114, Norton, VT 05907
Year constructed: 1933
Port size: 1.5 acres
Estimated Budget: $25–$35 million
Primary tenants:
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Current status
Architect/engineer (A/E) services awarded to Dattner Architects in March 2023. The construction manager as advisor (CMa) solicitation is currently underway and is expected to be awarded in late 2024. The National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) process is underway with completion expected in August 2025.
Environmental review
The National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) process is underway with completion expected in August 2025.
Project timeline
| Planning | Design | Construction |
|---|---|---|
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NEPA |
Design award Design complete |
Substantial completion |
Project news
Check out the latest Norton LPOE project news here, as it becomes available.
August 15, 2023
U.S. General Services Administration to host public meeting for the Land Port of Entry in Norton, Vermont
March 27, 2023
GSA Awards Contract for Pre-Design Services for the New Land Port of Entry at Norton, Vermont
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
We received $3.4 billion to invest in our nation’s infrastructure and competitiveness. The law provides funding for LPOE modernization projects that will create new good-paying jobs, bolster safety and security, and make our economy more resilient to supply chain challenges — all while serving as models for sustainability and innovation.
Visit the Vermont LPOE page for an overview of BIL projects there, as well as priorities, benefits and further information.
Sustainability opportunities
We will increase energy and water efficiency (including renewable energy and fossil fuel free measures), adhere to sustainable design principles, and minimize climate risk liabilities above the minimum performance criteria in a manner that is life cycle cost-effective.
- Net-zero ready
- 80% fossil fuel-energy generated reduction
- Green Proving Ground technology
- LEED Gold/SITES Silver
- Whole-building embodied carbon reduction
Community impact
We will fully modernize the port with a new administration building, new pedestrian processing lanes, new primary building, new passenger vehicle lanes, and new commercial vehicle inspection area. The project will help improve traffic flow and border security while decreasing wait times for travelers.