The U.S. Forest Service is seeking to lease office and related spaces in Harrisburg, Illinois, with specific requirements outlined for the proposed site. The delineated area for the lease includes significant boundaries and necessitates a minimum of 8,070 square feet, with a maximum of 8,100 square feet, including a combination of office space, fenced ware yard, and garage/storage. Essential features include 20 visitor parking spots and compliance with government standards regarding fire safety, accessibility, seismic, and sustainability. The full lease term is 20 years, with a firm term of 10 years, and the current lease is set to expire. Interested parties must submit expressions of interest by December 1, 2024, and ensure that their proposed spaces meet specific criteria, including documentation of site plans, condition reports, and compliance confirmations for accessibility and safety standards. The document emphasizes the importance of considering the economic viability of alternate spaces and associated relocation costs. The expressions of interest should be directed to Lease Contracting Officer Chris Smaw, underscoring the necessity for prospective lessors to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
The USDA Forest Service is seeking to lease office and storage space in Harrisburg, Illinois, due to an expiring lease on their current facility. The required space encompasses between 8,070 and 8,100 square feet and must include an office area, a garage/storage section of at least 1,000 square feet, and a fenced ware yard of 12,000 square feet. A total of 20 parking spaces is needed, including provisions for RV/bus parking. The lease would last a full term of 20 years, with a firm commitment of 10 years.
The offering must comply with government standards for fire safety, accessibility, seismic considerations, and sustainability. The space should not be located in a floodplain. Interested parties must submit expressions of interest by May 3, 2024, with the possibility of a market survey scheduled for May 27, 2024, and estimated occupancy by June 1, 2025.
Submissions should include details about the existing or proposed building, parking availability, and compliance with accessibility and safety regulations, along with photographs and supporting documentation. Interested parties not currently registered in the System for Award Management are encouraged to register promptly.
This leasing initiative reflects the government’s need for adequate facilities while considering economically advantageous alternatives to the current location.