The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking to lease office space in Chicago Heights, Illinois, due to the expiration of its current lease. The specified area is bounded by major roads and excludes locations near alcohol sales, firearms, or drug treatment facilities. The required space, ranging from 14,616 to 15,347 square feet, should ideally be on the first floor and include a professional office environment free from hazards such as residential areas or power lines. Important design specifications include column spacing and accessibility, and the premises must meet federal standards for fire safety and sustainability. A fully serviced lease is desired, and the location must not be in the 1-percent floodplain. Interested parties must submit expressions of interest by May 8, 2024, with market surveys estimated for June 5, 2024, and anticipated occupancy by May 2, 2025. For engagement, interested vendors can contact Chynita Richards at the GSA. This notice is part of the federal government’s efforts to evaluate economically advantageous alternatives for office space.
The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking to lease office space in Chicago Heights, Illinois. The designated area includes specific boundaries and requires between 14,616 and 15,347 square feet of office space. Key stipulations dictate that the premises must be free from nearby establishments that primarily deal in alcohol, firearms, or drug treatment. The ideal location is in a professional office setting, away from residential neighborhoods and hazards like power lines and railroad tracks. The space should accommodate certain structural requirements and comply with government safety and sustainability standards. The current lease is expiring, and the GSA is evaluating alternative spaces to determine if relocating would be cost-effective. Interested parties must submit Expressions of Interest by October 2, 2024, with an estimated market survey on October 9, 2024, and target occupancy by May 2, 2025. GSA contact for the submission is Chynita Richards. This notice serves to inform potential lessors of the required specifications for proposals in response to the government’s leasing needs.