Renovation of a mixed-use development in Chehalis, Washington. Design plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

As of December 8, 2023, an architect has been selected and this project is in the design phase. Although a firm timeline for construction has not been determined, construction is not expected to start prior to November 2024. *The closed solicitation has been included below for reference: This Request for Qualifications is for the purpose of selecting an Architect for Design Services only for the project Spruce Living Unit Renovation located at 375 11th St. Chehalis, WA 98532 Spruce Living Unit Renovation project is for the design and renovation of half building of Spruce Living Unit. The renovation is for two of the four wings with 16 bed each wing and a single central elevated control. Day rooms are located within the spaces between double rows and sleeping rooms provide the only programming space on the unit. The renovation is to serve the needs of staff and residential care, treatment, educational and vocational training for juvenile offenders 16-25 years old. The Spruce Unit was constructed 30 years ago and is ready for a full renovation. HVAC and electrical systems are currently at the end of their life cycle and need replacement, repurposing of older building is essential to DCYF. The preliminary Maximum Allowable Construction Cost (MACC) for this project is $6,000,000. For questions specific to the project, please contact the Project Manager, Rafael Urena, (360) 870-5623, rafael.urena@des.wa.gov. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time. For directions for the pre-submittal informational meeting and site visit, please contact the DES project manager at rafael.urena@des.wa.gov. or trent.phillips@dcyf.wa.gov