Active SLED Opportunity · WASHINGTON · CITY OF SEATTLE
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Renovation of the historic Seattle Public Library Fremont Branch focusing on building systems modernization and full electrification, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical upgrades. The project requires compliance with historic preservation standards and FEMA Build America. Bids are due May 4, 2026, with a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on April 20, 2026.
Project Description: The Project consists of the renovation of an existing 2-story concrete and unreinforced masonry building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The scope of work focuses on building systems modernization and full electrification. Work includes removal of existing fossil fuel–fired mechanical and plumbing equipment and replacement with high-efficiency, all-electric systems. Mechanical work includes complete replacement of the existing HVAC systems with electric heating and cooling equipment. Plumbing work includes removal of gas-fired domestic hot water and other fuel-based systems and installation of electric domestic hot water equipment and associated distribution modifications. Electrical work includes upgrades to the building’s electrical infrastructure to support new electrified loads, including a new or upgraded electrical service, switchgear,
distribution panels, feeders, and associated branch circuitry. Interior and exterior repairs and modifications are limited to those required to accommodate the new work. As the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, all work shall comply with applicable historic preservation standards and review requirements. Work must comply with FEMA Build America. The building will be close during construction; refer to project documents for requirements.
Engineer's Estimate: $775,000.00
Project Location: The Seattle Public Library (Fremont Branch) 731 N. 35th St., Seattle, WA 98103
ADDENDUM #1 – Fremont Branch Carnegie Cooling Centers - Section 00 11 13 Pre-Bid Information and Advertisement for Bid
Changes to Project Manual: Remote Damper Operations, Modify paragraph 2.01, and changes and clarifications to project drawings
The Seattle Public Library is accepting in person bid submissions at the Seattle Public Library (Fremont Branch) on May 4th, 2026 @10:00am.
******No electronic bids will be accepted******
Project Description: The Project consists of the renovation of an existing 2-story concrete and unreinforced masonry building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The scope of work focuses on building systems modernization and full electrification. Work includes removal of existing fossil fuel–fired mechanical and plumbing equipment and replacement with high-efficiency, all-electric systems. Mechanical work includes complete replacement of the existing HVAC systems with electric heating and cooling equipment. Plumbing work includes removal of gas-fired domestic hot water and other fuel-based systems and installation of electric domestic hot water equipment and associated distribution modifications. Electrical work includes upgrades to the building’s electrical infrastructure to support new electrified loads, including a new or upgraded electrical service, switchgear,
distribution panels, feeders, and associated branch circuitry. Interior and exterior repairs and modifications are limited to those required to accommodate the new work. As the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, all work shall comply with applicable historic preservation standards and review requirements. Work must comply with FEMA Build America. The building will be close during construction; refer to project documents for requirements.
Engineer's Estimate: $775,000.00
Project Location: The Seattle Public Library (Fremont Branch) 731 N. 35th St., Seattle, WA 98103
Please see the Attachments section for specifications and attachments.
| Release Project Date: | April 8, 2026 |
| Pre-Proposal Meeting (Mandatory): | April 20, 2026, 10:00am The Seattle Public Library |
| Question Submission Deadline: | April 24, 2026, 5:00pm |
| Bid Open Date: | May 4, 2026, 10:00am |
Jonathan Richards
Project Manager
1000 Fourth Ave
Seattle, WA 98104
Email: jonathan.richards@spl.org
Phone: (206) 409-3368
Shawne Anderson
Sr. Buyer
1000 Fourth Ave
Seattle, WA 98104
Email: shawne.anderson@spl.org
Phone: (206) 684-7917
Please upload a PDF of the forms provided by the Owner that must be submitted with the Bid.
Please upload a SINGLE PDF.
Q (No subject): Exhaust Fan (EF) is not indicated in the schedule or floor drawings; however it is referenced in the sequence of operations and points list. What is the scope and number of fans to consider in these plans.
A: Please send all of your questions directly to the A & E as instructed in the Advertisement and in addendum # 1 QUESTIONS: Deadline for Contractor questions regarding this Seattle Public Library project shall be submitted by close of business on Friday April 24, 2026, to the Architect via jordani@shksarchitects.com so all questions and answers can be posted on OpenGov by The SR Buyer. Thank you
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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