Seattle Public Library

Seattle Public Library

Close: Jun 10, 2026

The Seattle Public Library seeks architectural and engineering teams to design and provide construction administration services for renovation and seismic upgrades to the Columbia Branch Library, including its historic 1915 Carnegie section and a 2004 addition. The scope includes programming through 100% construction documents, permitting, bid sets, construction administration, and seismic retrofit of an unreinforced masonry (URM) building; firms must meet WMBE inclusion goals and register in the City procurement portal. The solicitation was posted May 13, 2026 and proposals are due June 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM Pacific; the official posting is on the City of Seattle procurement portal.

Seattle Public Library

Close: May 1, 2026

The Seattle Public Library is soliciting contractors to renovate and modernize the historic 2-story West Seattle Branch to achieve full electrification, replacing fossil-fuel mechanical and plumbing equipment with high-efficiency all-electric systems. Work includes complete HVAC replacement, electric domestic hot water, and electrical infrastructure upgrades while complying with historic preservation standards and FEMA Build America requirements. The project has an engineer's estimate of $1,195,000 and requires coordination with owner vendors; the building will be closed to the public for a portion of construction.

Seattle Public Library

Close: May 4, 2026

The Seattle Public Library is seeking contractors for the comprehensive renovation and modernization of the Fremont Branch to convert it into a Carnegie Cooling Center. The project focuses on full electrification by replacing fossil-fuel mechanical and plumbing systems with high-efficiency electric alternatives and upgrading the building's electrical infrastructure. All work must adhere to historic preservation standards as the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.