BRATTLEBORO, VT (MyKeeneNow) A long-planned renovation project at the Transportation Center on Flat Street is set to take a major step forward Tuesday, as the Select Board considers awarding a $555,000 construction contract to All Seasons Construction Corp. for new public restrooms and a police substation.

If approved, construction would begin in early August and wrap up by mid-November. The work would create three exterior-accessible bathrooms — including one meeting Americans with Disabilities Act standards — along with new office space for police operations, parking enforcement, and community outreach programs.

The upgrades are part of a broader effort to improve downtown safety and accessibility, town officials said. The total cost of the project, including design, engineering, management, and a 10 percent contingency fund, is estimated at $647,150. Funding will come from Brattleboro’s revolving loan fund, which the Select Board capped at $707,444 when it initially approved the project last fall.

Town staff worked with architect Robin Sweetapple and project manager Steve Horton to design the space, which will repurpose 2,756 square feet on the east side of the building. Plans call for a public entrance to the substation on the Flat Street side and an employee entrance near the building’s elevator. The Moover transit offices will remain in place during construction, with minor renovations nearby.

All Seasons Construction was the only bidder for the work. The company’s original quote exceeded the town’s target, but after design changes and cost reductions, the final negotiated price came in under budget.

If approved, the contractor will provide temporary space for the Brattleboro Resource Assistance Team (BRAT) to ensure services continue during the build-out. The project is expected to support day-to-day police work, provide a more visible law enforcement presence, and improve amenities for downtown visitors and residents.