Notice Details

New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) invites Architectural Design Firms and Architects to submit proposals for the provision of Architectural and Engineering Design services in connection the renovation and addition to the West New Brighton Public Library.

NYCEDC is seeking an architect-led team to design both the renovations for the West New Brighton Branch and an addition to the existing structure on behalf of the New York Public Library (NYPL). The eventual West New Brighton Library design shall be at the forefront of contemporary library practice yet flexible enough to adapt to evolving needs. The project will encompass a full ADA-compliant interior renovation, new building systems (MEP/FA/IT/AV/ Security) and new infrastructure as required, reconfigured spaces, lighting, finishes, furniture, and code wayfinding signage appropriate for a modern library.

NYCEDC plans to select a consultant on the basis of factors stated in the RFP which include, but are not limited to: the quality of the proposal, experience of key staff identified in the proposal, experience and quality of any subcontractors proposed, demonstrated successful experience in performing services similar to those encompassed in the RFP, and the proposed fee.

It is the policy of NYCEDC to comply with all federal, state and City laws and regulations which prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status and other protected category and to take affirmative action in working with contracting parties to ensure certified Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) share in the economic opportunities generated by NYCEDC’s projects and initiatives. Please refer to the Equal Employment and Affirmative Compliance for Non-Construction Contracts Addendum in the RFP.

This project has Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise (“M/WBE”) participation goals, and all respondents will be required to submit an M/WBE Participation Proposal with their response. To learn more about NYCEDC’s M/WBE program, visit http://edc.nyc/opportunity-mwdbe. For the list of companies who have been certified with the New York City Department of Small Business Services as M/WBE, please go to the https://sbsconnect.nyc.gov/certification-directory-search/.

NYCEDC established the Contract Financing Loan Fund programs for Minority, Women and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (M/W/DBE) interested in working on public construction projects. Contract Financing Loan Fund facilitates financing for short-term mobilization needs such as insurance, labor, supplies and equipment. Bidders/subcontractors are strongly encouraged to visit the NYCEDC website at http://edc.nyc/opportunity-mwdbe to learn more about the program.

An optional pre-proposal meeting will be held at NYPL West New Brighton Library, 976 Castleton Ave., Staten Island, NY, 10310 on Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10 AM. Those who wish to attend should RSVP by email to WestBrightonLibraryRFP@edc.nyc on or before May 8, 2025.

Respondents may submit questions and/or request clarifications from NYCEDC no later than 5pm on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Questions regarding the subject matter of this RFP should be directed to WestBrightonLibraryRFP@edc.nyc. Answers to all questions will be posted by Thursday, May 29, 2025, to https://edc.nyc/rfps. Questions regarding the subject matter of this RFP will not be accepted after 5pm on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, however, technical questions pertaining to downloading and submitting proposals to this RFP may be directed to RFPREQUEST@edc.nyc on or before Monday, June 9, 2025.

Detailed submission guidelines and requirements are outlined in the RFP, available as of Monday, April 28, 2025. To download a copy of the solicitation documents please visit https://edc.nyc/rfps. RESPONSES ARE DUE NO LATER THAN Monday, June 9, 2025. Please click the link in the “Deadlines” section of this project’s web page (which can be found on https://edc.nyc/rfps) to electronically upload a proposal for this solicitation.