Specifications include, but are not limited to: The project scope will focus on planning the conversion of the vacant former stacks area into office space. It will also focus on improving accessibility with an elevator, improving the restrooms, and lowering the rear portion of the third floor next to the stacks. The front part of the building on all floors will largely be untouched. Originally built in 1916, the historic granite and steel structure has remained unchanged since its original construction in its signature public and court spaces. There have been minor office renovations over the years elsewhere in the building. With the recent Department of Libraries vacating the stacks in the rear in 2018, the building is significantly underused despite its central location. 1.1.1.This proposed project will improve use of this essential Complex building by increasing available office space, reduce leased space, improve building systems, and improve accessibility. By optimizing the vacated State Library’s stack area, this project will add up to 13,500-sf of general office space. 1.1.2.This project will create two floors of new office space in the stack area which will allow for the reduction in Judiciary’s leased space in Montpelier with ~25 staff. ~ 9 staff on the first floor of the 109 State St. Connector will also move into this area. The rear of the third floor in the main building must be lowered to align with the main portion of the second floor of the stack area. Doing so will enhance long-term space use flexibility and building-wide accessibility. 1.1.3.The added space will require a larger HVAC system than what exists in the building. This provides the opportunity to replace the aging existing HVAC system with new equipment that is more efficient. It will provide fresh air and cooling throughout the facility. The present intake grill is at grade level behind shrubs and needs to be relocated. 1.1.4.A new elevator is needed with a new shaft as the existing original elevator is severely outdated, does not meet elevator or ADA code, and many parts are no longer available. Programming should determine the final size and location after evaluating internal security, circulation flows, and space needs. The Architect may also need to look at the restrooms as well.
