Construction Grant Information Sessions, Spring 2023:
Attendance at a construction grant information session is a requirement for all applicants.
Watch recordings of DLD's library construction and renovation webinars on DLD's Construction Playlist on YouTube.
This program provides grants for public library construction projects in Connecticut that:
Statutory References: Connecticut General Statutes (CGS) Section 11-24c
Funding Source: State Bonding Fund
2022 Grant Program
The State Library announced the availability of library construction grants in the spring of 2022. Approximately $3.5 million in grant funds are available for Category 1 (new building, addition, major alteration) and Category 2 (accessibility, code compliance, emergency preparedness, remodeling, energy conservation, and maintenance (distressed municipalities)). Required Notice of Intent forms are due by June 30.
List of Active and Completed CT Construction Projects (PDF) - includes funding sources, architects, costs, etc.
Eligibility
All public libraries in the state of Connecticut. Preference given to libraries in distressed municipalities and to principal public libraries. Applicants must attend an information session prior to applying.
Amount of the Grant
The grant is one-half (1/2) of the total cost of the project. The maximum grant for new buildings, additions, expansions, and major alteration projects is $1,000,000. The maximum grant for accessibility, code compliance, emergency preparedness, remodeling, energy conservation, and maintenance (distressed municipalities) projects is $250,000. The minimum grant is $30,000, with a total project cost of $60,000.
Key Dates
These contract templates are provided for informational purposes only. Your actual contract will be sent to you. The contract terms are non-negotiable. See also the link below to the summary of state ethics laws.
1. After your grant has been approved by the State Library Board, choose the appropriate "Step by Step" Guide below to learn about the next steps.
2. After your funding has been approved by the State Bond Commission, your grant contract will be sent to you. Download additional required documents here, including the Notice of Applicant's Funding. The Grant Contract Instructions will tell you what else you need.
Association Libraries also submit this document with the grant contract:
3. Before you put out an Invitation to Bid, review the DAS prequalification requirements for individual contracts over $500,000:
Remember to send a draft of the Invitation to Bid to the State Library for review BEFORE you post it publicly. See the Timetable and Guidelines for instructions.
4. Within 30 days of signing a contract with a Contractor, submit this Notice of Contract Award form and additional documentation according to the instructions provided with the form.
Be sure to refer to the Timetable and Guidelines, Section 9, for complete instructions regarding grant payments.
Dawn La Valle, Construction Grant Administrator
Middletown Library Service Center
786 South Main St.
Middletown, CT 06457
860-757-6665, dawn.lavalle@ct.gov
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