U.S. General Services Administration
Richford Land Port of Entry, Vermont
The project scope includes the modernization of the Land Port of Entry (LPOE) to meet the program of requirements of space and facilities in support of Custom and Border Protections (CBP) agency missions at the international border, between Richford, Vermont and Abercorn, Quebec. The current facility no longer meets the CBP’s current LPOE design standards. The project will help improve traffic flow, enhance security, and facilitate trade and travel in the region. The project will include the use of low embodied carbon material and will be designed as a fully electric facility and be net zero ready. Interior upgrades will include an officer work area, secure hold and inspection area, and upgraded mechanical, electrical and plumbing utilities. Exterior upgrades will include traffic lane improvements, mechanical gates and guardrails as well as bullet rated officer inspection booths. These upgrades will increase officer safety as well as increase the efficiency of inspections of commercial and noncommercial traffic.
LPOE details
Fact sheet: Richford LPOE fact sheet [PDF - 597 KB]
Address: 705 Province St, Richford, VT 05476
Year constructed: 1934
Port size: 1.5 acres
Estimated Budget: $25–$35 million
Primary tenants:
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Current status
A Pre-Design services contract was awarded to Smith-Miller & Hawkinson Architects July 19, 2023. Full award of concept design, design development and construction documents is anticipated for January of 2024. The acquisition of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) contractor was awarded March 27, 2023 to WSP USA Solutions. Wetland delineation was completed in October of 2023 as well as topography and utility surveys. Phase 1 site assessment is anticipated for November 2023. Public scoping meetings are anticipated for Spring of 2024.
Environmental review
The acquisition process to bring on a contractor to assist with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process was awarded in March of 2023.
Project timeline
| Planning | Design | Construction |
|---|---|---|
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NEPA award |
Design award |
Construction award Substantial completion |
Project news
Check out the latest news for the Richford, VT LPOE project, as it becomes available.
August 3, 2023
GSA awards $488,000 for pre-design services for Richford, Vermont, Land Port of Entry project
March 29, 2023
GSA Awards Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Contract for Work at Vermont Land Ports of Entry
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
This project will improve conditions for economic, cultural and familial connections. The people who live along the border depend on this deep, cross-border community engagement, often crossing through the ports daily for jobs, mutual aid, and everyday life.