Renovation of a library in Blaine, Washington. Completed plans call for the renovation of a library.

The project involves substantial alterations to the existing structure, miscellaneous site improvements, accessibility upgrades, and flood mitigation measures. Additional work includes structural upgrades and the replacement of existing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Bid proposals must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the Invitation to Bid. The Whatcom County Library System reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals, revise or cancel the work, complete the work by other means, or postpone the bid award by up to thirty days after bid opening. Anticipated Award Date: 05/19/2026 Question Deadline 05/06/2026 at 5:00 PM PT Submit all questions and substitution requests via email to WCLS and the Architect listed below: Ryan Cullup (WCLS): Ryan.Cullup@wcls.org Joe Muller (OAI): jmuller@oaips.com Clark Yoder (OAI): cyoder@oaips.com The voluntary Diverse Business goal of 26%, which is an aggregate of: 10% Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), 6% Women Business Enterprises (WBE), 5% Veteran-owned Business, 5% Small Business (SBE) Enterprise, and Public Works Small Business Enterprise (PWSBE) self- identified in the DES diversity compliance program B2Gnow system. An additional, non-mandatory pre-bid walkthrough will be held at the project site for interested contractors and subcontractors on Friday, May 1st, 2026 at 2pm. Direct all pre-bid questions and substitution requests to the Architect and WCLS via email at: Joe Muller (jmuller@oaips.com) Clark Yoder (cyoder@oaips.com) Ryan Cullup (ryan.cullup@wcls.org) The last date to ask questions and submit substitution requests is May 5, 2026, by 5:00PM. Award is subject to final approval.