Capital Investment Program
Find out how your library is maintaining its capital assets.
Plan
In 2019, the King County Library System (KCLS) started a five-year plan to maintain assets. This plan is called a Capital Investment Program (CIP). The CIP covers major repair and replacement of assets including buildings and vehicles.
Maintaining these assets makes sure that:
- Libraries continue to be welcoming places for generations to come.
- Service facilities are safe workplaces.
- Vehicles are in good working order.
How We Assess Projects
CIP projects are reviewed based on the following factors.
- Health and safety
Projects that preserve public health or safety.
- Urgency
Projects dealing with assets that need immediate attention.
- Service or asset expansion/addition
Improvements that support a new program or initiative.
- Estimated Useful Life and Facility Condition Index
Projects to replace assets that are beyond their Estimated Useful Life and/or have a poor Facility Condition Index. Projects that have a poor Facility Condition index cost more to repair than to replace.
What Happens in Each Project Phase
1. Scope development
Library and its stakeholders set the scope of work needed and fit the needs and goals within the budget.
2. Design
Design consultants conduct research and design based on project scope. After stakeholders' approval, consultants make the construction documents for contractor bidding and construction.
3. Procurement
Library prepares a request for proposal (RFP) for the public bidding platform.
4. Construction
Selected contractors start the project according to the construction documents.
5. Commissioning
Library takes control of the site. This happens after construction is complete and the Facility team has gone through the final punch list.
6. Completion
Projects
Algona-Pacific
Fire Alarm Panel Update
- Description: Install of new fire alarm devices
- Phase: Commissioning
- Budget: $95,000
Bellevue
ESCO – Energy Savings Upgrades
- Description: The intent of this project is to meet the State of Washington’s Clean Buildings Performance Standards. Phase 1 addresses energy saving measures including the upgrade to LED lighting throughout the library and parking garage and upgrades to the HVAC controls. Phase 2 includes the replacement of 63 clerestory windows.
- Phase: Phase 1 is in Construction. Phase 2 is in Design.
- Budget: $1,993,000
Restroom Remodel
- Description: Renovation of the multi-stall restrooms located in the gallery.
- Phase: Construction
- Budget: $282,000
Bothell
Restroom Remodel
- Description: Renovation of the main, multi-stall restrooms.
- Phase: Construction
- Budget: $200,000
Burien
Fire Alarm Panel Update
- Description: Install of new fire alarm devices
- Phase: Design
- Budget: $246,000
Covington
Carpet Replacement
- Description: Replace Entrance Area Carpet
- Phase: Construction
- Budget: $73,000
Fall City
Roof Replacement and Major Repair
- Description: Major Repair to Extend the Life of the Roof
- Phase: Construction
- Budget: $70,000
Maple Valley
Fire Alarm Panel Update
- Description: Install of new fire alarm devices
- Phase: Design
- Budget: $124,000
Multiple Sites
New Construction/Remodel
- Description: Install Wi-Fi Outdoor Access Points for Multiple Library Sites
- Phase: Close to Completion
- Budget: $215,000
Modernize HVAC Equipment and System
- Description: Update DDC Controllers for 12 Sites
- Phase: Construction
- Budget: $110,000
Equipment Capital Plan
- Description: Install Electronic Outdoor Lockers System For Multiple Sites
- Phase: Design/Development
- Budget: $150,000
Preston
Equipment Capital Plan
- Description: Procure New Crane for Material Distribution Services in Preston
- Phase: Procurement
- Budget: $52,000
Service Center
Furniture and Equipment Replacement
- Description: Reconfigure Work Space, Furniture and Equipment for Reorganization Needs
- Phase: Construction
- Budget: $208,000
Modernize HVAC Equipment and System
- Description: Replace HVAC Boiler
- Phase: Procurement
- Budget: $143,000
Roof Replacement and Major Repair
- Description: Major Repair to Extend the Life of the Roof
- Phase: Design/Development
- Budget: $260,000
Vehicle
Vehicle Replacements
- Description: Purchase of two vehicles for the KCLS fleet
- Phase: In Progress
- Budget: $87,000
Woodmont
Modernize HVAC Equipment and System
- Description: Replace HVAC Air Handling Unit
- Phase: Procurement
- Budget: $275,000
