Renovation of a library in Seattle, Washington. Completed plans call for the renovation of a two-story above grade library.

The project consists of the renovation of an existing 2-story concrete and unreinforced masonry building listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a City of Seattle historic Landmark. 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 associated branch circuitry. Low-voltage and security system modifications will be performed in coordination with the Owner's vendors. Interior and exterior repairs and modifications are limited to those required to accommodate the new work. All work shall comply with applicable historic preservation standards and review requirements. Work must comply with FEMA Build America. The building will be closed during a portion of construction; refer to project documents for additional requirements. Question Deadline 04/24/2026 at 5:00 PM PT THE PROJECT SCOPE INCLUDES IMPLEMENTING NEW COOLING SYSTEMS AND REPLACING NATURAL GASSOURCED HVAC AND PLUMBING EQUIPMENT WITH ELECTRIC SOURCE EQUIPMENT AT SEATTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY'S WEST SEATTLE BRANCH. Deadline for Contractor questions regarding this Seattle Public Library project shall be submitted to the Architect via jordani@shksarchitects.com