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Le Mars Public Library Feasibility Study and Concept Plan for Expansion

Le Mars Public Library is seeking qualified architectural and building consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study and develop a concept plan for expanding the library. - Government Buyer: - Le Mars Public Library, Le Mars, Iowa - Contact: Shirley Taylor, Library Director - Scope of Work: - Evaluate three potential sites: current library, convention center, and elementary school - Assess feasibility for a new build at an undetermined location - Target expansion to approximately 25,045 square feet - Site analysis, code and accessibility compliance, space utilization, structural integrity - Assessment of major building systems: water, sewer, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, telecom - Roadways and parking evaluation - Develop conceptual layouts and construction budgets for each site - Prepare materials and participate in meetings with Library Board, City Council, and public engagement sessions - Products/Services Requested: - Building feasibility study and concept plan (1 required) - Unique Requirements: - Must evaluate multiple sites and provide comparative conceptual layouts and budgets - Must address code, accessibility, and major building systems - Public engagement and presentation materials required - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors mentioned; opportunity is open to qualified architectural and consulting firms

Description

The Le Mars Public Library is seeking proposals for a building feasibility study and concept plan to explore options for expanding the library. The study will assess multiple sites including the current library, convention center, and elementary school locations, as well as projected costs for a new build. The scope includes site analysis, code and accessibility compliance, space utilization, structural integrity, building systems assessment, roadways and parking, and conceptual layouts with construction budgets. The consultant will also prepare materials and participate in meetings with the Library Board, City Council, and public engagement sessions.

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