RFQ Design - Services for Allingtown Library Branch

As of March 29, 2023, this project is in the conceptual phase and pending funding. An architect has not been selected. A firm timeline for construction has not been determined. *The closed solicitation has been included below for reference: A firm to provide architectural design services for the new construction of a library branch in Allingtown. Library space is approximately 12,000 square feet. The location is at 634 Orange Ave, West Haven, CT 06516. Preliminary building plans can be furnished upon request. The design should include, but not limited to: - A community room on the first floor to seat approximate 75, that can be divided, and allow for after hours access, adjacent to kitchen area. - Approximately two study rooms on the first floor, with 250 sq ft. - Design for children space at 2,680 sq ft, including a program/activity room at 680 sq ft - Design for teen space at 1,275 sq ft - Design for adult circulation and reference area at 3,300 sq ft - ADA compliant elevator for two floors - ADA compliant, unisex rest rooms on two floors - Design outside façade facing Orange Ave, Smyrna St, and Dayton St. with uniformity. - Heating and cooling systems throughout the building - Design a branch manager office of approximately 150 square feet on first floor - Design an environmentally controlled historical room at approx. 215 square feet - Design a parking lot for 60 cars, or as close this number as possible, with all current fire code regulations - Incorporate an indoor book drop meeting all fire code qualificationsThe design should include, but not limited to: - A community room on the first floor to seat approximate 75, that can be divided, and allow for after hours access, adjacent to kitchen area. - Approximately two study rooms on the first floor, with 250 sq ft. - Design for children space at 2,680 sq ft, including a program/activity room at 680 sq ft - Design for teen space at 1,275 sq ft - Design for adult circulation and reference area at 3,300 sq ft - ADA compliant elevator for two floors - ADA compliant, unisex rest rooms on two floors - Design outside façade facing Orange Ave, Smyrna St, and Dayton St. with uniformity. - Heating and cooling systems throughout the building - Design a branch manager office of approximately 150 square feet on first floor - Design an environmentally controlled historical room at approx. 215 square feet - Design a parking lot for 60 cars, or as close this number as possible, with all current fire code regulations - Incorporate an indoor book drop meeting all fire code qualifications - Incorporate and outdoor patio area on Orange Ave side of building. - Incorporate and outdoor patio area on Orange Ave side of building. Questions must be emailed by Feb. 12 to West Haven Public Library Executive Director Colleen Bailie at dir@westhavenlibrary.org. No phone calls. Respondents should provide their qualifications, including project history, project and firm financials, management and operational personnel resumes, contemplated project structure, details and timing as well as references. If required, clarification of the RFQ may be obtained by contacting Colleen Bailie, Director of West Haven Public Library, at (203) 937-4233 no later than February 19, 2022. Evaluation and selection of the firm will be based on: design and technical competence, the capacity and capability to perform the work within an agreed upon timeframe, past record of performance, and knowledge of Federal, State, and Municipal procedures, and cost. The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time.

12,000 SF.

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.