Township of Abington Civic Plus #RFP

Architectural and Engineering Design Services for New Abington Township Public Library

Abington Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms to design a new public library facility. - Government Buyer: - Abington Township (Grants Manager: Kimberly Hamm) - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive planning, community engagement, architectural, engineering, and construction administration services - Design and development of a new, approximately 40,000-square-foot public library to replace the existing Abington Free Library - Services include needs assessment, conceptual and schematic design, design development, preparation of construction documents, bidding assistance, and construction administration - Key Requirements: - Emphasis on sustainability, renewable energy, and adaptability - Facility must be modern, accessible, and compliant with ADA, Pennsylvania Public Library Code, and all relevant regulations - Robust community engagement process required - Experience with public library design is strongly preferred - Adherence to responsible contractor and insurance requirements - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified architectural and engineering firms - The design phase is expected to last approximately 12 months, with construction to be bid separately

Description

Abington Township is soliciting proposals for architectural and engineering design services for a new public library facility to replace the existing Abington Free Library. The project includes comprehensive planning, community engagement, design development, and construction administration services. The new library is envisioned to be modern, accessible, sustainable, and adaptable, serving as a community-centered civic space. The design process is expected to begin in September 2026 and span approximately 12 months, with construction to be publicly bid separately.

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