George Mason Regional Library Renovation

Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services is requesting sealed bids for a full renovation of the George Mason Regional Library, a 28,000-square-foot masonry building, with bids due August 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and a pre-bid conference scheduled for August 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Only pre-qualified bidders are eligible; the county has issued a list of 12 prequalified construction firms, and bidders must submit eligibility determination requests no later than 21 days before the bid due date.

The scope includes a new standing seam metal roof, new low slope single-ply membrane roof systems, complete removal and replacement of all exterior windows and doors, and exterior envelope improvements (insulation and air barriers) to meet current building codes. The project also encompasses lateral bracing and roof reinforcement, complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection system upgrades, a roof-mounted photovoltaic array with related infrastructure, full interior reconfiguration with new finishes, site improvements including signage and lighting, parking repaving and restriping, and EV charging station infrastructure.

The contract is structured as a lump sum price contract with a duration of 730 calendar days. All work is subject to prevailing wage requirements per Fairfax County's Prevailing Wage Ordinance and Article A-21 of the Fairfax County Construction Safety Resolution. Bid security must accompany each proposal. Bids cannot be withdrawn for 45 days after opening; bidders may provide written notice of their right to withdraw within two business days of bid opening conclusion. Written questions must be submitted at least seven days before bid opening. Bidding documents are available through eVA.virginia.gov and the Fairfax County website Capital Projects section beginning July 20, 2026. The county reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive informalities, and accept bids deemed in its best interest.