KING COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM: REIMAGINING SPACES AT KENT LIBRARY - PHASE 2 GENERAL CONTRACTOR

The King County Library System is seeking a qualified general contractor to execute a full interior renovation of the 22,600‑sq‑ft Kent Library. The project includes selective demolition, construction of new interior spaces, restrooms, accessibility upgrades, and extensive modifications to structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire‑protection, and low‑voltage systems. All finishes, casework, furnishings, signage, and technology installations are included, as well as coordination of owner‑furnished items and complete testing, inspections, and close‑out documentation. The library will be closed during construction, and the contractor must complete the work within five months of the notice to proceed, adhering to prevailing‑wage and apprenticeship requirements. The estimated base bid range is $3.25 M–$3.9 M, and the award is anticipated on November 10, 2026. • Full interior renovation of 22,600 sq ft Kent Library (address: 212 2nd Ave N, Kent, WA 98032) • Scope: demolition, new partitions, ceilings, finishes, restrooms, ADA upgrades, MEP system upgrades, casework, furnishings, signage, technology integration • Contract time: 5 months after notice to proceed (estimated start Dec 1, 2026) • No pre‑bid meeting or site visits; all information available via OpenGov portal • Mandatory prevailing‑wage and apprenticeship compliance (≥15% apprentice hours) • Estimated base bid: $3.25 M–$3.9 M; award expected Nov 10, 2026 • Primary contact: Erin Au, Project Specialist ([email protected])