Fremont Branch Library historic building electrification
The Seattle Public Library (Fremont Branch) Carnegie Cooling Center, Solicitation 253617, issued by City of Seattle.
At a glance
Seattle Public Library is seeking contractors to renovate the historic Fremont Branch building (2-story concrete masonry) with full electrification and building systems modernization. Work includes replacing fossil fuel mechanical and plumbing equipment with all-electric systems, upgrading electrical infrastructure, and completing interior/exterior repairs—all while meeting historic preservation standards and FEMA Build America requirements. The $775,000 project requires the building to close during construction.
Key facts
- Issuing agency
- City of Seattle
- Solicitation number
- 253617
- Type
- purchase
- Posted
- Apr 8, 2026
- Response deadline
- May 4, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT
- Pre-bid meeting
- Apr 20, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT
- Place of performance
- King County, WA
Official description
Solicitation #SPL PW#2025-2177-FRE. Issued by Seattle Public Library. Project Description: The Project consists of the renovation of an existing 2-story concrete and unreinforced masonry building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 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 a new or upgraded electrical service, switchgear, distribution panels, feeders, and associated branch circuitry. Interior and exterior repairs and modifications are limited to those required to accommodate the new work. As the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, all work shall comply with applicable historic preservation standards and review requirements. Work must comply with FEMA Build America. The building will be close during construction; refer to project documents for requirements. Engineer's Estimate: $775,000.00 Project Location: The Seattle Public Library (Fremont Branch) 731 N. 35th St., Seattle, WA 98103
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