Washington Military Department

Buyer seeks to conduct a feasibility study for implementing functional recovery building code standards in Washington State. The study will analyze current codes, assess community priorities for essential facilities, and develop practical implementation options. This initiative responds to Washington's high earthquake risk, with the goal of ensuring buildings can remain functional after seismic events. Buyer aims to move beyond life safety standards toward resilience-focused construction requirements that support faster community recovery.

• 6/27/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 10/1/2025 - Phase 1 Start
• 6/30/2026 - Phase 1 End

• Conduct literature review of existing functional recovery codes
• Analyze Washington's current building codes for gaps
• Assess specific seismic hazard levels for functional recovery design
• Conduct focus groups in diverse communities for building prioritization
• Create requirements list for structural and nonstructural systems
• Develop implementation options (mandatory vs. voluntary standards)
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for implementation
• Evaluate equity impacts and recommend inclusive strategies
• Research funding opportunities across state, federal and private sources
• Develop prioritized policy and implementation recommendations