RFQ D/B - Library Design/Remodel Services

The Muskegon Area District Library is requesting proposals and statements of qualifications from design firms and from design-build firms relating to a furniture renovation project in Dalton Township, Michigan. MADL (Muskegon Area District Library) is seeking to engage a professionally qualified design firm or design-build firm with extensive experience in design planning of public library spaces, and if the successful respondent is also a design-build firm to provide the necessary architectural, and project management to complete the project. Muskegon Area District Library seeks: (1) an innovative design/remodel team to update/replace the circulation/service desk and furniture within the Dalton Branch Library, and (2) design a new layout of the furniture that is both accessible and functional. The design team will be expected to challenge current concepts in service delivery to enhance accessibility and the overall customer experience through reliance on state-of-the-art technology and design principles to develop a concept that inspires lifelong learning for citizens of all ages and abilities. An understanding of both the history of library services and the unique ability to visualize what technological changes might hold for the future of libraries is a benefit. This project should not exceed $50,000 for design, build-out, and furnishing the existing site. The selected firm will make use of existing shelving. Any questions regarding the RFP/SOQ should be submitted by email no later than 08/25/22 at 5pm to 4845 Airline Rd #5, Muskegon, MI 49444 and directed to: Mary Johnson. If a question of general concern is asked by any firm with regards to this RFQ, a copy of the written response will be posted on our site on 8/26/2022. The Muskegon Area District Library has sole discretion and reserves the right to reject all responses received with respect to this Request for Proposal/Qualifications and to cancel the process at any time prior to entering into a formal agreement

Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming, Cast-in-Place Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry, Concrete Form Masonry Units.
Division 05 -	Metals, Structural Metal Framing.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Millwork, Architectural Woodwork.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Thermal Insulation, Roof and Deck Insulation, Weather Barriers.
Division 08 -	Openings, Doors and Frames, Entrances, Storefronts, and Curtain Walls, Windows.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Tiling, Acoustical Ceilings, Resilient Flooring, Carpeting, Acoustic Treatment, Painting.
Division 10 -	Specialties, Visual Display Units, Markerboards, Tackboards, Signage, Compartments and Cubicles, Toilet Compartments, Fire Protection Specialties, Fire Protection Cabinets, Fire Extinguishers, Flagpoles.
Division 11 -	Equipment, Library Equipment, Library Stack Systems, Audio-Visual Equipment.
Division 12 -	Furnishings, Window Treatments, Casework, Countertops, Rugs and Mats, Furniture, Institutional Furniture, Library Furniture, Book Shelves, Study Carrels, Index Card File Cabinets, Portable Audience Seating, Seat and Table Assemblies.
Division 13 -	Special Construction.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression, Water-Based Fire-Suppression Systems.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Facility Water Distribution, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers, Drinking Fountains.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Air Distribution, Central HVAC Equipment.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Medium-Voltage Electrical Distribution, Lighting, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Exterior Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications, Audio-Video Communications.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security, Intrusion Detection, Fire Detection and Alarm.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Site Clearing, Grading, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Pavement Markings, Fences and Gates.
Division 33 -	Utilities, Water Utilities, Sanitary Sewerage Utilities, Storm Drainage Utilities.