Public Library Facilities Master Plan

Frederick County, Maryland, is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to develop a comprehensive Public Library Facilities Master Plan with an estimated maximum contract value of 120,000 US Dollars. The selected contractor will conduct demographic research, community growth projections, and service analysis to identify emerging needs and recommend strategies for optimizing existing and planned library spaces. The scope of work includes evaluating population projections over a 20-year horizon, assessing the ability of facilities to support services such as digital literacy and workforce development, and analyzing alternatives for deficient facilities, ranging from renovation to new construction. The procurement follows a best value process, evaluating technical proposals and price proposals separately. Technical submissions must include a detailed work proposal, a completion schedule, and references from similar projects completed within the last five years. Awardees must maintain active System for Award Management registration and comply with various federal and state regulations, including the 1964 Civil Rights Act and FERPA. The contract includes an initial term with the possibility of one-year renewal increments at the County's discretion. Invoices must be submitted in duplicate to the Frederick County Public Libraries, and all work remains at the contractor's risk until written acceptance by the County.