Solicitation 030ADV26R0030 – Attachment J-3

Statement of Work

C.1. OVERVIEW/BACKGROUND

The Library of Congress Exhibits Office (EO) seeks a highly experienced sign fabricator to provide services needed to prepare, fabricate, deliver, and install wayfinding signage throughout the Thomas Jefferson building.

C.2. SCOPE

The contractor shall provide Wayfinding signage fabrication services for the Library of Congress.

C.3. REQUIREMENTS

C.3.1 GENERAL

The Contractor shall provide the following services:

a) Site visits to the Library for meetings, field dimension measurements, gallery space prep, delivery, and installation;

b) Generate shop drawings and engineering drawings to fabricate all elements to be fabricated to ensure design intent, constructability, and safety requirements;

c) Fabricate all new Wayfinding elements;

d) Deliver all new Wayfinding elements on site as described in this contract and approved shop drawings (see

C.3.3);

e) Install designated new and existing Wayfinding elements in accordance with Wayfinding design;

f) Provide light for outdoor lighting as indicated in design package in Attachment J-1;

g) Provide project management for scheduling, site management, fabrication and installation preparation to organize and implement Fabrication and Installation Services; and

h) Consult with the Library’s Exhibits Office (EO) staff, the Library’s Applied Information Design contractor, the

Contracting Officer Representative (COR), and if needed, Architect of the Capitol (AOC) as needed to review space requirements, exhibit content, production details, and locations in and around the Thomas Jefferson

Building.

C.3.2 SITE VISITS, FIELD DIMENSIONS, MEETINGS

The Contractor shall attend meetings onsite at the Library to take all necessary field dimensions and to review the various gallery spaces in the Jefferson building. Contractor shall coordinate said visits with the COR. Contractor’s project manager (PM) shall be on site and present during space preparation, delivery, and installation phases.

The Contractor shall attend meeting(s) onsite at the Library to take all necessary field dimensions and to review the various gallery spaces in the Jefferson building. The Contractor shall coordinate the visit(s) with the COR. The

Contractor’s project manager (PM) shall be on site and present during delivery and installation phases. For additional meeting information, see section C.4.5 below.

C.3.2.a SITE VISIT/MANAGEMENT/FIELD MEASUREMENT

The Contractor shall take all necessary field dimensions related to the project space, review existing site conditions, architectural components, utilities and infrastructure, and delivery requirements and restrictions. The

Contractor’s project manager (PM) shall document the existing site conditions at this visit, and submit a report to the COR within five (5) business days detailing any conditions that will impact the design intent of the Design

Drawing package in attachment J-1. The report shall include:

• A redlined set of the Design drawing package denoting the deviations.

• A narrative document denoting any deviations from the Design drawing package and/or any identified challenges, and recommendations on corrective actions.

• Confirmation that required infrastructure and utilities are in place to conduct the work.

If there are recommendations for corrective actions, the COR will be given ten (10) business days to respond in writing to either approve or request alternative corrective actions.

The Contractor shall also measure and review all egress pathways to prepare proper construction barriers and signage to protect the site and public passages during construction should they be necessary. The contractor shall provide a site protection plan for approval outlining the proposed site protection, barriers, and signage within ten

(10) business days of the initial site visit. The plan shall include: Floorplans, how the Contractor will secure the zone without compromising emergency egress, how the Contractor will protect the historic architectural surfaces and flooring in the installation area, and address how the stone floors will be covered to prevent further damage from materials, tools and general traffic during barrier and casework installation build outs.

C.3.2.b OPTIONAL: SITE VISIT/MANAGEMENT/FIELD MEASUREMENT FOR EXTERNAL

SIGNAGE

Contractor shall provide the services described in C.3.2.a for the external signage described in section C.3.7.

C.3.3 DETAILED DRAWINGS.

The COR will provide electronic design files to the Contractor at the Kickoff meeting. The Contractor shall prepare them as necessary for production. The Contractor shall contact the COR immediately, if there are any discrepancies or problems with electronic files.

The Contractor shall deliver to the COR electronically 11x17” pdfs of CAD detail drawings for each typical exhibit element to be fabricated. Each drawing shall include plan, elevation, and sections. All drawings shall be dimensioned and include a material finish schedule.

The Contractor shall provide detailed construction drawings for all interior and exterior signage described in section

C.3.6. Drawings (excluding drawings that need to be reviewed by the Architect of the Capital (AOC)) will be reviewed, redlined and/or approved by the COR within five (5) business days of receipt of drawings. The Contractor shall make corrections to the drawings and resubmit updated drawings to the COR within three (3) business days.

AOC approval will be provided as described below.

C.3.3.a – OPTION: DETAILED DRAWINGS FOR EXTERNAL SIGNAGE

If the Library exercises the option for the exterior wayfinding signage described in C.3.7, the contractor shall provide the services described in C.3.3.3 for the exterior signage described in section C.3.7.

All drawing submittals for the wayfinding signage components that need structural stamps, identified below, must be reviewed, and approved by the Architect of the Capitol and/or its Specialty Consultants prior to fabrication. The

Contractor shall include a structural stamp for the shop drawings. The Contractor shall provide a complete analysis and design of the exhibits and components per the applicable codes noted in the table below, and Architect of the

Capitol (AOC) Design Standards (2018) in Attachment J-5. The Contractor shall refer to the table below for the complete set of requirements, including loads, and the load effects on the existing building and its structural capacity. The Contractor must provide a structural engineer stamped certified summary letter to the COR confirming that all loads imposed on the building and grounds are within the maximum allowable specified loads provided by

AOC.

Structural engineering requirements shall include, but shall not be limited to, the weight of components related to floor loads, ground loads, and tip-over and collapse issues related to visitor safety. The Contractor shall ensure that the following sign types described at C.3.7 be reviewed by a District of Columbia licensed structural engineer: Sign type M2, sign type N, sign type P, sign type Q, and sign type R and that each of these sign types meet the following codes:

General

AOC reviews for compliance with 2018 AOC Design Standards and referenced building codes: see attachment

J-5 AOC Design standard 2018.

NFPA 70 - National Electric Code https://www.nfpa.org/for-professionals/codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/free-access

NFPA 101 - Life Safety Code https://link.nfpa.org/all-publications/101/2024

IBC - International Building Code https://www.iccsafe.org/products-and-services/i-codes/ibc/

ADA – Americans with Disabilities Act https://www.ada.gov/

Preservation Policy and AOC Design Standards (2018) see Attachment J-3.

IBC: temporary installations are limited to 90 days and are still required to meet code provisions. Installations planned to remain over 90 days are considered permanent.

Electrical

All equipment must be UL listed and installed per manufacturers requirements.

The Contractor shall provide with all detail drawings, cut sheets for equipment and devices to be installed/provided with a wiring diagram to COR.

Structural

Provide a schematic design report or drawings that include the following items to the COR. The report must be prepared by or under the direct supervision of a professional structural engineer registered in the District of

Columbia, List the structural codes used as the basis for structural design in the summary explanation document.

Summarize the structural loads for the exhibit structure (dead, lateral, and others as applicable)

The required lateral loads are (non-concurrent):

5 pounds/square foot over the vertical surfaces (code minimum interior partition loads)

200 pounds concentrated lateral load applied 3.5 feet above the finished floor

OR 50 pounds / foot linear lateral load applied 3.5 feet above the finished floor

Summarize the overall structural components and the load paths for gravity and lateral loads.

Provide preliminary calculations evaluating the loads imparted by the exhibit on the existing structure and an evaluation of the existing structure’s capacity to support the applied loads. It is acceptable to equate concentrated or linear loads to equivalent uniform pressures for comparison to the original design live loads if reasonable assumptions are made for the tributary areas that support the concentrated loads. All assumptions must be clearly stated.

The minimum live load for the floor adjacent to the exhibit is 100 pounds / square foot. (Code required load for assembly areas).

Construction Submission:

Shop drawings for the exhibit design must be stamped by a registered professional structural engineer.

Drawings shall include:

List of applicable codes and standards.

All loads used in the structural design (dead, lateral, and others as appliable).

Loads imparted on the existing structure.

Size and relative locations of all structural members.

Details of all structural connections.

Structural Calculations for the exhibit design stamped by the registered professional structural engineer:

Design of all structural components and connections of the exhibit.

Evaluation of the existing structure’s capacity to support the applied loads.

Prior to fabrication, the Contractor shall have all detailed drawings of components that contain custom electrical systems (anything beyond a simple plug-in element) reviewed, signed, and stamped by a District of Columbia licensed electrical engineer to ensure all components meet applicable codes, standards, UL listings, and be listed by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) for the intended usage. Drawings that include electrical components must include detail basic power plans and power requirements for electrical components in the casework and structures. The drawings will be reviewed by Library staff and the AOC.

AOC Approval of Drawings:

The drawings that need AOC approval require at least ten business days for review, redlining, and/or approval. The

Contractor shall make corrections to the drawings and resubmit updated drawings to the COR within (5) business days. The contractor shall include at least two rounds of reviews and resubmissions of detail drawings (including structural and electrical review and stamps) to accommodate AOC review and approval process. This process will be coordinated by the COR. AOC approval is required for the drawings associated with the deliverables at section

C.3.7.

All aspects of the design must conform to the exhibition production schedule and fabrication budget that will be provided by the COR at the kickoff meeting.

C.3.4: GRAPHICS REQUIREMENTS

Prior to fabrication, the Contractor shall create graphic artwork for the Wayfinding Project that coincides with the detail construction drawings. All signage shall be reviewed by the Library for text and image content related to each sign. The Contractor shall prepare Production Ready Art (PRA) from electronic graphic files provided by the COR.

The Contractor shall provide:

1. ELECTRONIC FILE PREPARATION – Original Installation: The COR will provide the Contractor with all electronic production files for all graphics at the kickoff meeting and the Contractor prepare them as necessary for production. The Contractor shall contact the COR immediately if there are any discrepancies or problems with the electronic files. All files shall be reviewed by the COR and the COR will send the files to the Library’s

Wayfinding Design Contractor for approval.

2. PROOFS – Original Installation: After the Contractor has prepared all electronic files, the Contractor shall create soft proofs (PDFs) of every graphic, for review and approval by the COR and returned to the Contractor within five business days.

C.3.4.a OPTIONAL – GRAPHIC REQUIREMENTS FOR EXTERIOR SIGNAGE

If the Library exercises the option for the exterior wayfinding signage described in C.3.7, the contractor shall provide the services described in C.3.4 for the exterior signage described in section C.3.7.

C.3.5 MATERIAL SAMPLES, PROTOTYPES and MOCKUPS

The Contractor shall provide material samples of designated signage components. See attachment J-2 Library of

Congress Wayfinding Sampling and Prototyping Requirements for list of samples, mockups, and prototypes. The

Contractor shall reference attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design drawings parts 1-8 for instructions and specifications for each sample, prototype, and mockup. All material sample submissions shall include related Sample Data Sheet

(SDS) material data sheets, where applicable, that will be reviewed and/or approved by the COR. All approvals or responses will be provided to the Contractor by the project COR. Note: Contractor must ship small samples and materials to the Library and Wayfinding Design Contract (Applied Information) at the two locations below:

1. Library of Congress (LOC)

101 Independence Ave S.E.

Washington DC, 20540

Attn: Raymond Leo

2. Applied Information

22 Stukeley Street

Covent Garden

London WC2B 5LR

United Kingdom

Attn: Will be provided by the COR.

All samples and prototypes must be shipped as described below in sections C.3.5.1 and C.3.5.2 or as specified by the COR. Some prototype materials shall be shipped only to the Library, as determined by the COR. See attachment J-2 Sampling and Prototype for details.

Materials – Supply Chain Issues: Contractor must notify the COR as soon as a delay due to material or supply chain issues are identified that will impact the project schedule. Substitute materials must be submitted within five

(5) business days of the identified delay for secondary approval. Substitute materials must meet original technical requirements. Replacement Material samples submitted to the COR, and their associated data sheets, will be reviewed, and/or approved by the COR within five (5) business days of receipt of samples.

C.3.5.1 INTERIOR SIGN TYPES

For all samples and prototypes refer to attachment J-2 Wayfinding Sampling and Prototype requirements.

C.3.5.1.a: SIGN TYPE A1

Samples required:

▪ 20” square portion of top of sign, including all graphic elements as per those specified in attachment J-2

Wayfinding Sampling and Prototype Requirements, mounted to an aluminum sheet; one (1) sample for LOC in

DC and one (1) sample for Applied Information in London.

▪ Prototypes required: 1:1 scale production-representative sign; one (1) sample for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.1.b: SIGN TYPE B4

Samples required:

▪ None required.

Prototypes required:

▪ 1:1 scale production-representative sign. one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.1.c: SIGN TYPE C1

Samples required:

▪ None required.

Prototypes required:

▪ 1:1 scale production-representative sign. one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

Note: If there is deviation, the statement of work supersedes the requirements in attachment J-2 Wayfinding

Sampling and Prototype Requirements.

C.3.5.1.d: SIGN TYPE C2

Samples required:

▪ None required.

Prototypes required:

▪ 1:1 scale production-representative sign. one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

Note: If there is deviation, the statement of work supersedes the requirements in attachment J-2 Wayfinding

Sampling and Prototype Requirements.

C.3.5.1.e: SIGN TYPE D1

Samples required:

▪ 24” square portion of Graphic Content of sign, supplied loose; one (1) sample for LOC in DC and one (1) sample for Applied Information in London.

Prototypes required:

▪ 1:1 scale production-representative sign; one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.1.f: SIGN TYPE E1

Samples required:

▪ 12” square portion of sign that includes 2D and 3D content examples, mounting the vinyl to an aluminum sheet;

one (1) sample for LOC in DC and one (1) sample for Applied Information in London.

Prototypes required:

▪ None required.

C.3.5.1.g: SIGN TYPE E3

Samples required:

▪ None required.

Prototypes required:

▪ 1:1 scale production-representative sign. one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.1.h: SIGN TYPE E4

Samples required:

▪ 12” square portion of sign, supplied loose; One (1) sample for LOC in DC and one (1) sample for Applied

Information in London.

Prototypes required:

▪ 1:1 scale production-representative sign; one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.1.i: SIGN TYPE G2

Samples required:

▪ None required.

Prototypes required:

▪ 1:1 scale production-representative sign; one (1) prototype for LOC in DC and one (1) prototype for Applied

Information in London.

C.3.5.1.j: SIGN TYPE H1

▪ None required.

Prototype Partial required:

▪ Letter “R” including its attachment method; one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.1.k: SIGN TYPE H2

▪ None required.

Prototype Partial required:

▪ Letter “R” including its attachment method; one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.1.l: SIGN TYPE H3

Samples required:

▪ None required.

▪ Letter “R” including its attachment method; one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.2 EXTERIOR SIGN TYPES

C.3.5.2.a: SIGN TYPE M1

Samples required:

▪ None required.

Prototype required:

▪ 1:1 scale production-representative sign with snap frame and front cladding produced in a Library White finish; one (1) sign for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.3 OPTIONAL EXTERIOR SIGN SAMPLES

If the Library exercises the option for the exterior wayfinding signage described in C.3.7, the contractor shall provide the services described in C.3.5 for the exterior signage types described below in C.3.5.3.a, C.3.5.3.b, C.3.5.3.c, C.3.5.3.d and C.3.5.3.e.

C.3.5.3.a: SIGN TYPE M2

Samples required:

▪ None required.

Prototype :

▪ 1:1 scale production-representative sign with sign cladding produced in a Library Paper White finish; one (1) sign for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.3.b: SIGN TYPE N1

▪ 24” square portion of Graphic Content of sign, supplied loose; one (1) sample for LOC in DC and one (1) sample for Applied Information in London.

Prototype required:

▪ 1:1 scale production-representative sign, following selection of which mounting method is selected for this sign; one (1) sign for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.3.c: SIGN TYPE P1

▪ 12” square portion of perforated Mesh Panel part of sign; one (1) sample for LOC in DC and one (1) sample for

Applied Information in London.

Prototypes required:

▪ 36” square protion of perforated Mesh Panel and Frame parts of sign; one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.3.d: SIGN TYPE Q1

Samples required:

▪ 6” Square portion of Letter Cladding part of sign to represent the front and rear faces where a Library Concord

Granite finish is to be used; one (1) sample for LOC in DC and one (1) sample for Applied Information in

London.

Prototypes required:

▪ 1:1 scale letter “R” and an example lighting unit; one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

C.3.5.3.e: SIGN TYPE R1

Samples required:

▪ 6” square portion of Letter part of sign where an aged effect paint finish is to be used. Five (5) alternative finishes are to be produced as well; six (6) samples for LOC in DC and six (6) samples for Applied Information in London.

▪ 1:10 scale letter “R” and example 2’0” square ground stage section; one (1) prototype for LOC in DC.

C.3.6: SIGN FABRICATION

The Contractor shall fabricate all Wayfinding components as described in the Design Drawing package in

Attachment J-1 specifications and approved in the shop drawings.

Contractor shall design and build the components so that they can be transported to the project site by the existing building elevators, stairways, and existing doorways. The Contractor shall not be allowed to remove any doors, windows. Note all signage shall have neoprene padding beneath the base.

C.3.6.1 SIGN GROUP A

C.3.6.1.a: SIGN TYPE A1 MINILITHS

Quantity: Twenty-six (26)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1, Wayfinding Drawings pages W-301, W-303, W-304

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, powder coated, front and back, Library

White, 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor shall confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Ballast shall be a suitable material within the cladding to ensure the sign remains portable yet stable.

▪ All primary content shall be 3-D made of ¼” thick cut aluminum powder coated Library Orange or Library

Black (see graphic detail), 60% gloss with threaded pins bonded onto the rear and fixed by nylon insert self-locking nuts.

▪ All secondary content shall be 2-D cut non-PVC vinyl in Library Black.

▪ Provide adjustable feet or neoprene padding beneath the base.

▪ Overall dimensions: 20” W x 10” D x 88” H.

C.3.6.2: SIGN GROUP B

C.3.6.2.a: SIGN TYPE B1 MONOLITH

Quantity: Six (6)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-311, W-319, W-320.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, front side powder coated Library

White, 60% gloss, back side powder coated Library Orange 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor shall confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Ballast shall be a suitable material within the cladding to ensure the sign remains portable yet stable.

▪ All primary content shall be 3-D made of ¼” thick cut aluminum powder coated Library Orange or Library

Black, 60% gloss with threaded pins bonded onto the rear and fixed by nylon insert self-locking nuts.

▪ All secondary content shall be 2-D cut non-PVC vinyl in Library Black.

▪ Overall dimensions: 25” W x 10” D x 76” H.

C.3.6.2.b: SIGN TYPE B3 POSTER MONOLITH

Quantity: Nine (9)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-313, W-314, W-321.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, front side powder coated Library

White, 60% gloss, back side powder coated Library Orange 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor shall confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required, e.g., spray paint application or powder coating.

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Ballast shall be a suitable material within the cladding to ensure the sign remains portable yet stable.

▪ All primary content shall be 3-D and made of ¼” thick cut aluminum powder coated Library Orange or

Library Black 60% gloss with threaded pins bonded onto the rear and fixed by nylon insert self-locking nuts.

▪ All secondary content shall be 2-D cut non-PVC vinyl in Library Black.

▪ Poster frame core shall be 5/8” aluminum sheet welded to the structure behind the poster section. Any visible faces shall be powder coated Library White, 60%.

▪ Poster frame backer shall be 1/8” white acrylic.

▪ Poster frame Glazing shall be 1/8” clear acrylic, glued onto cladding. On the external face, ½” borders shall be spray painted in Library White 60” gloss on the long edges. The return faces shall be spray painted

Library White, 60% gloss on the long edges.

▪ Overall dimensions: 25” W x 10” D x 76” H.

C.3.6.2.c: SIGN TYPE B4 POSTER MONOLITH DOUBLE SIDED

Quantity: Five (5)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-315, W-316, W-321.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, front and back side powder coated

Library White, 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor shall confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Ballast shall be a suitable material within the cladding to ensure the sign remains portable yet stable.

▪ All primary content shall be 3-D made of ¼” thick cut aluminum powder coated Library Orange or Library

Black 60% gloss with threaded pins bonded onto the rear and fixed by nylon insert self-locking nuts.

▪ All secondary content shall be 2d cut, non-PVC vinyl in Library Black.

▪ Two Poster frame cores shall be ¼” aluminum sheet welded to the structure behind the poster section. Any visible faces should be powder coated Library White, 60%.

▪ Two Poster frame backers shall be 1/8” white acrylic

▪ Two Poster Frame Glazing shall be 1/8” clear acrylic, glued onto cladding. On the external face, ½” borders shall be spray painted in Library White 60” gloss on the long edges. The return faces are also spray painted Library White, 60% gloss on the long edges.

▪ Overall dimensions: 25” W x 10” D x 76” H

C.3.6.2.d: SIGN TYPE B5 MAP MONOLITH

Quantity: Three (3)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-312, W-322, W-323.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, front side powder coated Library

White, 60% gloss, back side powder coated Library Orange 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor shall confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Ballast shall be a suitable material within the cladding to ensure the sign remains portable yet stable.

▪ All primary content shall be 3-D made of ¼” thick cut aluminum powder coated Library Orange or Library

Black, 60% gloss with threaded pins bonded onto the rear and fixed by nylon insert self-locking nuts.

▪ All secondary content shall be 2-D cut non-PVC vinyl in Library Black.

▪ Map Graphic section shall be 24” VO x 24” VO and shall be recessed by 1/8”. Note aluminum tube stock welded to the bottom half of the internal structure to maintain strength behind the recessed map section of sign.

▪ Map Graphic is printed non-PVC vinyl.

▪ Overall dimensions: 25” W x 10” D x 76” H

C.3.6.2.e: SIGN TYPE B6 ORIENTATION MONOLITH

Quantity: Six (6)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-318, W-324

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, front side powder coated Library

White, 60% gloss, back side powder coated Library Orange 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor shall confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Ballast shall be a suitable material within the cladding to ensure the sign remains portable yet stable.

▪ Map Graphic section shall be 24” VO x 36” VO and shall be recessed by 1/8”. Note aluminum tube stock welded to the bottom half of the internal structure to maintain strength behind the recessed map section of sign.

▪ Map Graphic is printed non-PVC vinyl.

▪ Overall dimensions: 25” W x 10” D x 68.5” H

C.3.6.3: SIGN GROUP C

C.3.6.3.a: SIGN TYPE C1 SMALL POSTER CASE

Quantity: Eighty (80)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-331-333.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, front side powder coated Library

White, 60% gloss, back side powder coated Library Orange 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor to confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required, e.g., spray paint application or powder coating.

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Ballast shall be a suitable material within the cladding to ensure the sign remains portable yet stable.

▪ Upper Internal Structure core shall be 5/8” aluminum sheet welded to the structure behind the poster section. Any visible faces should be powder coated Library White, 60%.

▪ Poster frame backer shall be 1/8” white acrylic.

▪ Poster frame Glazing shall be 1/8” clear acrylic, glued onto cladding. On the external face, ½” borders shall be spray painted in Library White 60” gloss on the long edges. The return faces shall be spray-painted Library White, 60% gloss on the long edges.

▪ Overall dimensions: 19” W x 10” D x 56.5” H

C.3.6.3.b: SIGN TYPE C2 LARGE POSTER CASE

Quantity: Nine (9)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-334-336.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, front side powder coated Library

White, 60% gloss, back side powder coated Library Orange 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor to confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Ballast shall be a suitable material within the cladding to ensure the sign remains portable yet stable.

▪ Upper Internal Structure core shall be 5/8” aluminum sheet welded to the structure behind the poster section. Any visible faces should be powder coated Library White, 60%.

▪ Poster frame backer shall be 1/8” white acrylic.

▪ Poster frame Glazing shall be 1/8” clear acrylic, glued onto cladding. On the external face, ½” borders shall be spray painted in Library White 60” gloss on the long edges. The return faces are also spray painted

Library White, 60% gloss on the long edges.

▪ Overall dimensions: 25” W x 10” D x 68.5” H

C.3.6.4: SIGN GROUP D

C.3.6.4.a: SIGN TYPE D1 ORIENTATION HUB

Quantity: Seven (7)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-341, W-342, W-345-W-348.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, front side powder coated Library

White, 60% gloss, back side powder coated Library Orange 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor to confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Ballast shall be a suitable material within the cladding to ensure the sign remains portable yet stable.

▪ Map Graphic section shall be 36” VO x 59” VO and shall be recessed by 1/8”. Note aluminum tube stock welded to the bottom half of the internal structure to maintain strength behind the recessed map section of sign.

▪ Map Graphic is printed non-PVC vinyl.

▪ Overall dimensions: 60” W x 10” D x 68.5” H.

C.3.6.4.b: SIGN TYPE D2 WELCOME HUB (PANEL MOUNTED)

Quantity: One (1)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-343, W-345-W-348.

Description:

▪ Tray Panel made of 1/8” thick aluminum folded into 1” deep tray, powder coated Library White, 60% gloss.

▪ Behind tray panel there shall be two L shaped brackets attached to wall.

▪ Tray panel is attached to L brackets at top and bottom with hex socket countersunk screws. Screw heads to match tray panel color.

▪ Map Graphic section shall be 36” VO x 59” VO and shall be recessed by 1/8”.

▪ Graphic content shall be printed on non-PVC vinyl.

▪ Overall dimensions: 60” W x 1” D x 37” H.

C.3.6.4.c: SIGN TYPE D3 WELCOME HUB (SLAT MOUNTED)

Quantity: One (1)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-344, W-345- W-348.

Description:

▪ Tray Panel made of 1/8” thick aluminum folded into 1” deep tray, powder coated Library White, 60% gloss.

▪ Behind tray panel there shall be two L shaped brackets attached to wall.

▪ Tray panel is attached to L brackets at top and bottom with hex socket countersunk screws. Screw heads to match tray panel color.

▪ Map Graphic section shall be 36” VO x 59” VO and shall be recessed by 1/8”.

▪ Graphic content is printed on non-PVC vinyl.

▪ Overall dimensions: 60” W x 1” D x 37” H

C.3.6.5: SIGN GROUP E

C.3.6.5.a: SIGN TYPE E1 OVERHEAD LUNETTE (VINYL)

Quantity: Two (2)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-401, W-404.

Description:

▪ Library White vinyl adhered to glass transom.

▪ 3-D content: ¼” thick cut clear acrylic spray-painted Library Orange or Library Black, 60% depending on content (see graphic detail).

▪ 2-D Content: cut non-PVC vinyl in Library Black.

▪ Use VHB Tape to adhere 3-D letters to white vinyl.

▪ Overall dimensions: 72 11/16” W x ¼” D x 31 3/16” H.

C.3.6.5.b: SIGN TYPE E2 OVERHEAD LUNETTE (WALL MOUNTED PANEL)

Quantity: Two (2)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-402, W-404.

Description:

▪ Undersized Library White vinyl adhered to wall surface to protect paint on removal.

▪ 1/8” thick cut aluminum panel, powder coated Library White, 60% gloss

▪ 3-D content: ¼” thick cut clear acrylic spray painted Library Orange or Library Black, 60% depending on content (see graphic detail)

▪ 2-D Content: cut non-PVC vinyl in Library Black.

▪ Use VHB Tape to adhere 3-D letters to white panel.

▪ Use VHB tape to adhere white panel to vinyl on wall.

▪ Overall dimensions: 72 11/16” W x ¼” D x 31 3/16” H

C.3.6.5.c: SIGN TYPE E3 OVERHEAD LUNETTE (FRAME MOUNTED)

Quantity: Two (2)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-403, W-404.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, front and back side powder coated

Library White, 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor shall confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Cladding shell fits over internal structure. Signs cannot be fasted to the top of brass door jam. Contractor must ensure sign remains in place.

▪ 3-D content: ¼” thick cut clear acrylic spray-painted Library Orange or Library Black, 60% depending on content (see graphic detail)

▪ 2-D Content: cut non-PVC vinyl in Library Black.

▪ Use VHB Tape to adhere 3-D letters to white panel.

▪ Overall dimensions: 72 11/16” W x 1” D x 31 3/16” H

C.3.6.5.d: SIGN TYPE E4 OVERHEAD BANNER

Quantity: Three (3)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-405-W-406.

Description:

▪ Contractor shall create three (3) fabric banners with three (3) inch horizontal pole pockets on both top and bottom. Banners shall be printed on one side with suitable black backing material on the back side.

▪ Material: use printed blockout PVC free double sided banner material.

▪ Overall dimensions: 66” W x 44” H

C.3.6.5.e: SIGN TYPE E5 OVERHEAD SIGN

Quantity: Four (4)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-407-W-408.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded into 1” deep cladding, front and back side powder coated

Library White, 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor shall confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Cladding shell fits over internal structure. Internal structure is fastened mechanically to ceiling using chemically anchored steel studs. Studs have ½” diameter aluminum power coated Library White, 60%

Gloss.

▪ 3-D content: ¼” thick cut clear acrylic spray painted Library Orange or Library Black, 60% depending on content (see graphic detail)

▪ 2-D Content: cut non-PVC vinyl in Library Black.

▪ Use VHB Tape to adhere 3-D letters to white panel.

▪ Overall dimensions: 54” W x 10.5” H x 1” D.

C.3.6.6: SIGN GROUP F

C.3.6 6.a: SIGN TYPE F1 WALL DIRECTORIONAL

Quantity: Thirteen (13)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-421-W-422.

Description:

▪ Tray Panel made of 1/8” thick aluminum folded into 1” deep tray, powder coated Library White, 60% gloss.

▪ Behind tray panel there shall be two L shaped brackets attached to wall

▪ Tray panel is attached to L brackets at top and bottom with hex socket countersunk screws. Screw heads to match tray panel color.

▪ All primary content shall be 3-D made of ¼” thick cut aluminum powder coated Library Orange or Library

Black (see graphic detail), 60% gloss with threaded pins bonded onto the rear and fixed by nylon insert self-locking nuts.

▪ All secondary content shall be 2-D cut non-PVC vinyl in Library Black.

▪ Overall dimensions: 25” W x 1.25” D x 37” H

C.3.6.6.b: SIGN TYPE F2 WALL MAP

Quantity: Four (4)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-423-W-424.

Description:

▪ Tray Panel made of 1/8” thick aluminum folded into 1” deep tray, powder coated Library White, 60% gloss.

▪ Behind tray panel there shall be two L shaped brackets attached to wall

▪ Tray panel is attached to L brackets at top and bottom with hex socket countersunk screws. Screw heads to match tray panel color.

▪ Map Graphic section shall be 36” VO x 24” VO and shall be recessed by 1/8”.

▪ Graphic content is printed on non-PVC vinyl.

▪ Overall dimensions: 25” W x 37” H x 1” D.

C.3.6.7: SIGN GROUP G

C.3.6.7.a: SIGN TYPE G1-G6 NAMEPLATES

Quantity: Five Hundred (500)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-431-W-435.

Description:

▪ ¼” thick photopolymer panel with etched away raised content and a suitable non-glare finish that complies to ADA regulations and matches Library White color

▪ Text content to be tactile in accordance with ADA Regulations. Content to be surface painted a suitable non glare finish that complies to ADA regulations and matches Library black in color to create contrast.

▪ Clear braille in accordance with ADA regulations

▪ Attach to wall using 3M VHB Tape.

▪ Overall dimensions: 9.5” W x 5/16” D x 7.5” H

C.3.6.8: SIGN GROUP H

C.3.6.8.a: SIGN TYPE H1 DIMENSIONAL GRAPHICS (WALL MOUNTED)

Quantity: Three (3)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-441, W-445.

Description:

▪ 3-D Content to be ½” thick aluminum powder coated letters.

▪ Color varies: Library White, Library Orange, or Library Black, 60% gloss, depending on the content.

▪ Mount lettering on Library white vinyl adhered to wall to protect existing paint.

▪ Overall dimensions: 53” W x 5/8” D x 27 ¾” H.

C.3.6.8.b: SIGN TYPE H2 DIMENSIONAL GRAPHICS (SLAT MOUNTED)

Quantity: Five (5)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pgs W-442, W-455.

▪ 3-D Content to be ½” acrylic letters.

▪ Color varies: Library White, Library Orange, or Library Black, 60% gloss, depending on the content.

▪ Mount lettering using studs onto wood slat walls.

▪ Overall dimensions: 49” W x ½” D x 24” H.

C.3.6.8.c: SIGN TYPE H3 DIMENSIONAL GRAPHICS (MESH MOUNTED)

Quantity: Two (2)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-443, W-445.

Description:

▪ 3-D Content to be ½” thick aluminum powder coated letters.

▪ Color varies: Library White, Library Orange, or Library Black, 60% gloss, depending on the content.

▪ Mount lettering onto steel mesh walls using studs with cap nuts painted to match mesh walls.

▪ Overall dimensions: 53” W (variable) x 28” H (variable) x ½” D.

C.3.6.8.d: SIGN TYPE H3 DIMENSIONAL GRAPHICS (PANEL MOUNTED)

Quantity: One (1)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-444, W-445.

Description:

▪ 3-D Content to be ½” thick acrylic letters.

▪ Color varies: Library White, Library Orange, or Library Black, 60% gloss, depending on the content (see graphic detail).

▪ Mount lettering onto Library panels using 3M VHB.

▪ Overall dimensions: 47” W x 6.5” H x ½” D.

C.3.6.9: EXTERIOR WAYFINDING SIGNS

C.3.6.9.1: SIGN GROUP M

C.3.6.9.1.a: SIGN TYPE M1 EXTERIOR POSTER CASE

Quantity: Ten (10)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-501-W-503.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded onto internal frame; front side powder coated Library White, 60% gloss, back side powder coated Library Orange 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor to confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of 1 ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Ballast shall be a suitable material within the cladding to ensure the sign remains portable yet stable.

▪ Suitable external grade extruded aluminum snap frame to be fastened to front of sign where indicated in drawing. Snap frame should have ½” square profiled border around the perimeter of the displayed content.

▪ Frame extrusion to be painted Library White, 60% gloss. Snap frame outside dimensions shall be 19” W x

25” T.

▪ Overall dimensions: 19” W x 11 3/8” D x 56.5” H.

C.3.7: OPTIONAL CLINS – EXTERIOR WAYFINDING SIGNS

At the Library’s sole discretion, the Library may choose to order additional wayfinding fabrication services for the exterior of the building and grounds described below in this section.

All signage components affecting the exterior building and grounds shall be juried by the COR and Library within

10 business days for attachment to the building or location affixing to the building. This includes all foundations footings for signage where needed on the Library grounds.

Prior to fabrication, the Contractor shall have all detail drawings of structures and signage components reviewed, signed, and stamped by a U.S licensed structural engineer to ensure all fabricated and installed structures meet structural safety requirements and building standards.

Prior to fabrication, the corner signage needing custom electrical systems shall be reviewed, signed, and stamped by a U.S. licensed electrical engineer to ensure all components meet applicable codes, standards, UL listings, and be listed by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) for the intended usage. Drawings shall power plans and power requirements for electrical fixtures. Drawings shall include proposed routing of home runs to the signage. Drawings will be reviewed by Library and the AOC.

C.3.7.1: SIGN TYPE M2 EXTERIOR MONOLITH

Quantity: Four (4)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-504-W-507.

Description:

▪ Sign cladding is 1/8” aluminum sheet folded onto internal frame; front side powder coated Library White, 60% gloss, back side powder coated Library Orange 60% gloss.

▪ Contractor to confirm if any additional protective surface coatings are required (e.g., spray paint application or powder coating).

▪ Internal structure consists of 1 ¾” aluminum tube stock.

▪ No split lines shall be visible after the welding process.

▪ Lower internal structure to be cast directly into a concrete base.

▪ Concrete base to be detailed by fabricator in conjunction with a structural engineer provided by the

Contractor.

▪ Engineering and installation to be approved by the Architect of the Capitol.

▪ Map Graphic section shall be 24” VO x 24” VO and shall be recessed by 1/8”.

▪ Map Graphic content is printed on non-PVC vinyl.

▪ 2-D Graphic lettering content to be non-PVC vinyl in Library Blac, Library Orange, and Library Dark Gray depending on content (see graphic detail).

▪ Overall dimensions: 25” W x 2” D x 76”H.

C.3.7.2: SIGN GROUP N

C.3.7.2.a: OPTION 1 SIGN TYPE N1 – N4 EXTERIOR BANNERS

Quantity: Twenty-Four (24)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-511-W-516.

Description:

▪ Banners shall be made of semi-translucent external grade wind-compliant perforated PVC material, with a full color print to its external face.

▪ Banners shall have supporting poles with eye bolts fixed at each end to be placed into pole pockets that are sewn into the banner(s) both top and bottom.

▪ The bottom supporting pole is to remain fixed in place. The top supporting pole can move and then remain locked in place once the banner has been hoisted up to the desired height and tension level. Each supporting pole shall be spray painted to match pillar color.

▪ Fixed around the pillars using a customized clamp and protective rubber or foam protective layer. No invasive fasteners are allowed into the pillars. Clamps shall be pre spray painted to match the pillar color.

▪ Banner to by hoisted up and down using a rope propelled hoisting system. The rope should remain hidden from view when secured in place. The contractor shall determine the appropriate hoist hardware to use.

▪ Engineering and installation to be approved by the Architect of the Capitol prior to fabrication of the signs.

Note, the drawings for this shall require a structural engineering stamp. A Site survey is required prior to the creation of the fabrication drawings.

▪ Overall dimensions: Banner size is 5’5” W x 16’3” H.

C.3.7.3: SIGN GROUP P

C.3.7.3.a: OPTION 2 SIGN TYPE P1 WELCOME GATEWAY

Quantity: Two (2)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-521-W-523.

Description:

▪ Frame along existing building rails: the frame is to be constructed from 2” square aluminum tube stock and is to appear seamless and free of any burrs or weld marks. Frame is powder coated Library Paper White

60% gloss.

▪ Mesh panels: Attached to the frame are mesh Panels made of aluminum sheet stock with a custom laser cut perforation and powder coated Library Paper White, 60% gloss.

▪ Support struts: The frame shall have support struts which fit over existing stonework.

▪ Internal “front” frame at building entrance: The Front Frame attaches to the frame along the existing building rails. It shall be constructed from 2” square aluminum tube stock and is to appear seamless and free of any burrs and weld marks. The color shall be powder coated Library Paper White, 60% Gloss.

▪ Front frame face cladding: The cladding attaches to the frame at the front entrance. Cladding shall be made of aluminum sheet stock and is to appear seamless and free of any burrs or weld marks. Cladding color shall be Powder coated Library Paper White, 60% Gloss.

▪ Internal “rear” clamping frame: To be constructed from 2” aluminum tube stock and is to appear seamless and free of any burrs or weld marks. The Color is to be Library Paper White, 60% gloss.

▪ Rear clamping frame cladding: the cladding attaches to the rear frame at the front entrance. Cladding shall be made of aluminum sheet stock and is to appear seamless and free of any burrs or weld marks. Cladding color shall be Library Paper White, 60% Gloss.

▪ Installation: The front frame (and cladding) and the rear frame (and cladding) surround existing building archway and jamb components and are held in place using compression with a series of clamps. The front frame is to be placed through the opening in the archway. Once in place, the clamping frames connect to the rear frame with fasteners. The Library archway must be protected with padding where ever the front and rear frames touch the building.

▪ Welcome Graphic: characters are made of ½” Deep aluminum sheet stock with pin mounts attached to surface of front cladding as pictured in the design package. The color shall be Library Orange, 60% gloss spray painted finish.

▪ Engineering and installation to be approved by the Architect of the Capitol prior to fabrication. Note, the drawings for this shall require a structural engineering stamp. Site survey is required prior to creation of the fabrication drawings.

▪ Overall dimensions: 27’5” W x 7’7” D x 12’3” T.

C.3.7.4: SIGN GROUP Q

C.3.7.4.a: OPTION 3 SIGN TYPE Q1 CORNER TITLE SIGN

Quantity: Two (2)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-531-W-533.

▪ Letter Cladding: Lettering shall consist of fully enclosed built-up construction using aluminum sheet stock with no visible fasteners and is to appear seamless and free of any burrs or weld marks.

▪ The front and rear faces are to be painted using suitable exterior grade paint to match the Library concord

Granite with 60% Gloss.

▪ The letter returns are to be painted using suitable exterior grade paint to match Library black, 60% Gloss.

▪ Letter Internal Framework: The letter cladding shall be attached to build up construction consisting of aluminum tube stock.

▪ The internal framework and cladding shall be attached to upstands. Upstands shall be aluminum tubes with fully welded base plates and slotted fasting holes that allow for precise installation.

▪ The upstands shall be fastened to a concrete footing. The footing is to be embedded at least 4” below ground level allowing for grass to be re-planted beneath the letters.

▪ The faces of the letters shall align according to the final production artwork that can be obtained from the

COR.

▪ An external grade uplight fixtures shall be installed onto the concrete footing. Uplight housing and lamps shall be submerged with face of lamp at grade level. Exterior grade LED light units shall emit a warm even wash of light up onto the letter faces. The color temperature and brightness shall be advised and tested by the Contractor prior to installation.

▪ Engineering and installation to be approved by the Architect of the Capitol prior to fabrication. Note, the drawings for this shall require a structural engineering stamp. Site survey is required prior to the creation of the fabrication drawings.

▪ Overall dimensions are 20’7” W x 3’6” T x 6” D.

C.3.7.5: SIGN GROUP R

C.3.7.5.a: OPTION 4 SIGN TYPE R1 PLAZA SCULPTURE

Quantity: One (1)

Reference drawings: Attachment J-1 Wayfinding Design Drawings pages W-541-W-542.

Description:

▪ Letter Cladding: Lettering shall consist of fully enclosed built-up construction using aluminum sheet stock with no visible fasteners and is to appear seamless and free of any burrs or weld marks.

▪ The front, rear faces and returns are to be painted using suitable exterior grade paint to match the Library

Black color. The paint shall be high resistant suitable external grade aged effect paint finish that is subject to sampling.

▪ Letter Internal Framework: The letter cladding shall be…