U.S. Department of Agriculture Seeks to Lease Office and Related Space in Rockville, IN
ID: 57-18121-23-FAType: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFARM PRODUCTION AND CONSERVATION BUSINESS CENTERFPAC BUS CNTR-MGMT SVS DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

PSC

LEASE/RENTAL OF OFFICE BUILDINGS (X1AA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/49b2fd9818bd47f6b5ec78d317c7c29d/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking expressions of interest to lease office and related space in Rockville, Indiana. The agency requires a specific space that adheres to detailed requirements. The initial solicitation was amended multiple times to extend the offer deadline.

    The USDA seeks a space that conforms to strict location, size, and accessibility specifications. The required area must be situated within Parke County, Rockville, and defined by specific street intersections. The space should measure between 4,900 and 5,145 usable square feet, with a maximum of 5,880 rentable square feet. The building must be accessible and ADA compliant, with provisions for electric vehicle charging and reserved parking spaces. The lease term is specified as up to 20 years, with a firm term of five years and termination rights after 120 days.

    The agency emphasizes that the space must adhere to fire safety and sustainability standards and include provisions for employee and visitor parking. It also requires three exterior storage sheds and 24/7 access, with a preference for ground-level contiguous space. Additionally, the USDA requests that offerors provide phased construction or swing space during any construction period.

    Important dates include the initial offers due date of May 9, 2024, followed by several amendments extending it to June 10, July 15, August 16, and finally September 16, 2024. The anticipated award dates have been pushed back accordingly, with the latest estimate being March 2025.

    Offerors are advised to carefully review the requirements and submit their offers to the Lease Contracting Officer, Heather Schmitt, and Realty Specialist, Zisa Lubarov-Walton, via email. Documentation of ownership or written authorization to represent owners is a prerequisite for consideration.

    This opportunity is a fully serviced lease, where all services and utilities are included in the rental consideration. The USDA emphasizes that it does not assume responsibility for any costs incurred by potential offerors in response to the solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Zisa Lubarov-Walton
    zisa.lubarov-walton@usda.gov
    Heather Schmitt
    heather.schmitt@usda.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    3C IN_ Rockville_ DA.pdf
    The government seeks to define and delineate a specific area in Parke County, Indiana, encompassing Rockville and its surroundings. The boundaries are carefully outlined using road intersections and directions, forming a clear geographical scope. This information is likely crucial for some procurement related to the defined area, possibly involving mapping, infrastructure, or development projects. The precise location and extent of the area are essential for any contractor considering bid submission.
    7. IN_ Rockville_ Delin. Area 9.8.23.pdf
    IN_ Rockville A1 5.6.24.pdf
    The government agency seeks to extend the deadline for offers in response to a previous solicitation. The focus is on acknowledging the amendment and extending the submission deadline to June 10, 2024, 4:30 p.m. (EDT). This amendment does not alter the terms and conditions of the original solicitation, maintaining the status quo while providing offerors additional time for response. The anticipated award date has also been pushed back to December 2024. Offerors are required to sign and return the amendment, confirming their acceptance of the revised terms.
    IN_ Rockville Amend 2 6.6.24.pdf
    The Department of Agriculture's Farm Production and Conservation division seeks to extend the submission deadline for an ongoing solicitation. The original due date of June 10, 2024, is pushed back to July 15, 2024, delaying the anticipated award to January 2025. This amendment does not alter other terms and conditions of the solicitation, maintaining the requirement for offerors to acknowledge receipt and permitting changes to offers prior to the new deadline. The focus of procurement remains unchanged, seeking responses to provide goods or services as outlined in the initial solicitation. Offerors should carefully review and acknowledge this amendment to avoid rejection.
    IN_ Rockville Amend 3 7.15.pdf
    The Department of Agriculture's Farm Production and Conservation division seeks to amend a solicitation for negotiated procurements. The primary objective is to extend the deadline for submission of responses, pushing it back to August 16, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. This amendment does not alter any other terms or conditions of the solicitation. Initially due on April 11, 2024, the extension provides potential offerors additional time to submit their proposals. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment and are encouraged to review it along with the original solicitation for a comprehensive understanding of the requirements. The anticipated award date is now scheduled for February 2025.
    IN_ Rockville Amend 4 7.25.pdf
    The Department of Agriculture's Farm Production and Conservation branch seeks to extend the response deadline for an ongoing solicitation. The original due date of August 16, 2024, is pushed back to September 16, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. EDT. This amendment does not alter any other terms or conditions of the solicitation, which remains focused on procuring services related to management and administration for lease acquisitions. Offerors should acknowledge receipt of this amendment and are permitted to make changes to their proposals, provided they reference the solicitation and this amendment. The anticipated award date is now March 2025.
    IN ROCKVILLE_ RLP PACKAGE 4.11.zip
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