Virgil I. Grissom Library Replacement

Project Description
Construct a new library to replace the existing Virgil I. Grissom Library.  Exact size and configuration will be determined by schematic design development. The Library and Space Needs Facility Committee conducted a study in 2008 and recommended between 31,732 square feet to 34,234 square feet depending on which option was ultimately selected
Project Manager
Bruce Wobser
757.926.3668
bwobser@nnva.gov
Inspector
George Batts
757.933.2312
gbatts@nnva.gov

How does this project serve Newport News’ citizens?
North end City citizens will have improved access to library services through an expanded facility.

Relationship to Comprehensive Plan Themes
  • Accessible
  • Healthy & Safe
  • Balances Good Places & New Spaces

Schedule

Activity Start Finish % Complete
PE/Design 14-Oct-2022 13-Jan-2026
100%
PE - Preliminary 14-Oct-2022 02-Feb-2023
100%
PE - Design 03-Feb-2023 13-Jan-2026
100%
Right of Way 14-Jan-2026 14-Jan-2026
100%
Construction 15-Dec-2025 27-Jun-2028
16%
CA - Pre-Ad 15-Dec-2025 15-Jan-2026
100%
CA - Advertisement 16-Jan-2026 05-Mar-2026
100%
CA - Bid Date 06-Mar-2026 06-Mar-2026
100%
CA - Construction Award 09-Mar-2026 28-May-2026
81%
CA - Construction 29-May-2026 26-May-2028
CA - Construction Closeout 29-May-2028 27-Jun-2028
Project Closeout 28-Jun-2028 02-Aug-2028

Comments

Schedule - awaiting project schedule and SOV Project cost (all-in) - +/-$53M Final Site Plan Submission approval received Precon for library will be the week of May 29, 2026 Demo progressing well on the Ferg bldg. Submitted COs for $840K. 05/08/2026

Map

Contracts

Contract Name Contractor/Consultant Start Finish Contract Amount Paid To Date
Virgil L. Grissom Library QUINN EVANS ARCHITECTS, INC 24-May-2024 01-Jul-2025 $3,315,382.50 $2,498,308.65
GRISSOM LIBRARY MCDONOUGH BOLYARD PECK, INC (MBP) 12-Feb-2026 27-Dec-2026 $60,644.49 $0.00
GRISSOM LIBRARY MCDONOUGH BOLYARD PECK, INC (MBP) 18-Feb-2026 27-Dec-2026 $2,915.60 $0.00

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