The current 7,500-square-foot, one-story facility will be demolished and replaced with an 18,000-square-foot, three-story library, expanding space for programs, learning, and community engagement.

The project completed a historic restoration of 26 blocks, rebuilt cobblestoned streets, improved stormwater drainage, reduced combined sewer loading into the harbor, added new bike lanes, and created the new Pearl Street Plaza.

DDC issued Requests for Qualifications for Architectural Design, Technical Design, and Engineering Design services requirements contracts on July 31, 2025. Review the RFQs for detailed instructions on the procurement timeline and process and monitor PASSPort for any posted updates.

Effective December 30, 2024, all bids and proposals for construction projects must include a copy of the bidder or proposer’s certificate of registration with the New York State Department of Labor (DOL). This requirement stems from Section 220-i of the Labor Law. Information on the DOL registration process and the portal to register can be found on the DOL's Contractor and Subcontractor website. 

DDC’s work is in every neighborhood in NYC.

To help us complete projects on time and on budget, we are looking for strong partners in the design and construction community.

Let’s plan, design, build and grow together.