Demolition, site work and new construction of a library in Palm Desert, California. Completed plans call for the construction of a 40,000-square-foot, one-story above grade library.

With this Request for Proposals ("RFP"), the City of Palm Desert, ("City") is requesting proposals ("Proposals") from qualified Design-Build Teams ("Proposer") to provide progressive design-build services for the following: New Palm Desert Library Facility - Progressive Design-Build, Project No. 2026-RFP-013 (the "Project"). Services include the planning, design, and construction of the City's new library facility, as well as the demolition of current site elements noted for removal to start construction (Phase 2). The selected Proposer will partner with the City through a collaborative and transparent process to deliver a modern, efficient, and community-focused facility that reflects the City's long-term vision, supports future growth, and enhances public access to library resources and services. The purpose of the Proposal is to demonstrate the qualifications, experience, competence, and capacity of the Proposer to design and construct the Project described in this RFP. The successful Proposer will be expected to execute the Progressive Design-Build Contract ("Contract") included with this RFP. Any capitalized term herein not defined, shall have the meaning set forth in the General Conditions of the Contract.ncluded with the request. Background The City of Palm Desert is a charter city in the State of California. The City is a thriving community of approximately 50,000 full-time and 32,000 seasonal residents. It is located in the Coachella Valley in eastern Riverside County, part of the low desert region of Southern California. The City features big-city resources in a friendly, small-town setting, offering first class educational opportunities, safe and clean streets, as well as plentiful shopping and community events. Palm Desert is considered the geographical, educational and retail center of the Coachella Valley. Incorporated in 1973, the City operates under a council-manager form of government with a five-member City Council elected by district. Each council member represents one of five single member districts and serves a four-year term. The City Council meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at Palm Desert City Hall, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive. The City will assign one or more Construction Managers to oversee the successful delivery of the project. These individuals will serve as key points of contact and coordination throughout all phases of construction on behalf of the City. It is the City's expectation that the selected proposer will work in close collaboration with the Construction Manager, ensuring alignment across schedules, site activities, and communication protocols. Proposers should be prepared to engage proactively with the City's personnel to facilitate seamless integration of efforts and maintain transparency in all project-related matters. Question Deadline 05/04/2026 at 2:00 PM PT Question Response Deadline:May 7, 2026, 5:00pm