Site work and new construction of a library in Republic, Missouri. Conceptual plans call for the construction of a library; and for site work for a library.

Design of the Republic Branch Library shall include certain key elements: Design and specifications for library space for total collection size of 40,000 items (approximately 10,000 square feet), children's area with separate storytime room for programming, and comfortable seating throughout the branch. The following should have separate access from the library proper: Design and specifications for a 150-200 seat auditorium. Auditorium should include a permanent stage. Auditorium to include a permanent audiovisual control space Auditorium should include full audiovisual equipment and lighting equipment for the stage area. Design and specifications for a business center. Business center should include coworking space and several differently sized conference rooms. Business center should include ample space for public Internet computers, print stations, and other specialized equipment. Planning for adequate parking for the auditorium, business center, as well as general Library use simultaneously. Planning for drive-thru window pick up service that doesn't disrupt pedestrian or traffic flow. Total costs for the design and construction will be between $13,500,000 and $11,000,000 dependent on budget considerations. The project must meet all compliance requirements for ARPA funds, and comply with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Total square footage desired to be 27,000 square feet, with the ability to reduce size to 22,000 square feet depending on budget considerations. Site lot will be 5 +/- acres. Springfield-Greene County Library District reserves the right to reject any and all qualifications, to waive any irregularities in the qualifications received, and to accept the submittal deemed most advantageous to the best interest of the Library. It is the intent of this RFQ to describe the required services in sufficient detail to secure comparable qualifications. Appropriate questions from firms that are intended to clarify the contents of this RFQ must be submitted to proposals@thelibrary.org by Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Answers will be posted to the Library's website.