Richford Land Port of Entry, Vermont
The proposed project will provide new construction in addition to renovating the existing facility to provide a new state-of-the-art and expanded facility. The existing main building will remain in place and be completely reconfigured in a manner that will better accommodate present-day functions in support of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations. The shortcut link to this page is: gsa.gov/richford

LPOE details
Fact sheet: Richford LPOE fact sheet [PDF - 591 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
The request for proposal for the architect/engineering (A/E) services is awaiting solicitation. A construction manager as advisor (CMa) blanket purchase agreement has been awarded and the scope of work development for the CMa contract is underway.
Environmental review
The acquisition process to bring on a contractor to assist with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process is underway with an anticipated award in March 2023.
Project timeline
Planning | Design | Construction |
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NEPA award |
Design award |
Construction start Substantial completion |
Project news
Check out the latest news for the Richford, VT LPOE project, as it becomes available.
March 29, 2023
GSA Awards Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Contract for Work at Vermont Land Ports of Entry
Feb. 25, 2022
Five Border Stations in Vermont to be Built, Modernized Under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
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.
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.