The U.S. Government is seeking proposals for the lease of office space in La Plata, MD, as outlined in Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) #25REG03. The project requires a space ranging from 4,690 to 4,925 square feet, with a lease term of ten years, including an eight-year firm period. Offerors must provide space with specific features, including three reserved parking spaces, mail service on site, and continuous space on one floor.
The submission deadline for offers is set for February 7, 2025, at 7:30 PM EST, with guidance available through the Automated Advanced Acquisition Program (AAAP) online platform. Interested vendors must register and submit offers during designated Open Periods. The selection will be made based on the lowest price, technically acceptable offers, adhering to federal, state, and local regulations related to safety and sustainability.
Additional considerations include compliance with seismic standards and the need for all tenant improvement costs to be covered by the lessor. This solicitation aligns with the government’s effort to secure suitable office space while emphasizing cost-effectiveness and regulatory adherence.
The Charles County USDA Office Lease Procurement document outlines specific geographic boundaries for identifying the area of interest related to the procurement. It provides detailed directions delineating the northern, eastern, southern, and western borders, beginning at the intersection of Routes 229 and 227 and outlining a path through several roads including Marshall Corner Rd, Route 301, and Poplar Hill Rd, ultimately returning to the point of origin. This precise identification of boundaries is essential for potential vendors to understand the geographical context and the location of the USDA office that may require leasing services. The document serves as a foundational reference for the procurement process, enabling responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) with a clear understanding of the targeted area. This clarity is vital for facilitating effective submissions and ensuring compliance with the USDA’s leasing requirements while supporting the organization's operational needs.
The AAAP Project Specific Advertisement (PSA) details the post-award schedule for a government project following a lease award. The schedule outlines key activities and associated timeframes, commencing within five working days of the lease award and concluding with acceptance of the construction space. Key activities include a design kick-off meeting within ten days, submission of design drawings in twenty days, and preparation and submission of construction documents within fifteen days. Construction-related tasks such as tenant improvement (TI) negotiations and construction kick-off follow, with completion of construction expected to occur within sixty days. Final inspections and acceptance occur ten days following construction completion, along with a punchlist that also takes ten days. This document is essential for managing the design and construction processes effectively, ensuring compliance with established timelines and responsibilities post-award.