USDA is seeking proposals for a leased space in Bartow (Polk County) FL
ID: 57-12105-24-FAType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses) (531120)

PSC

LEASE/RENTAL OF OFFICE BUILDINGS (X1AA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3e2f0d0d26b9468581458e18a7a5128c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking proposals for the lease of office space in Bartow, Florida, with a focus on acquiring a minimum of 4,141 to a maximum of 4,348 ABOA square feet of contiguous space. The leased facility must comply with various government standards, including fire safety, accessibility, and sustainability regulations, while also ensuring that the location is not within a flood-prone area. This procurement is crucial for supporting the USDA's operational needs, and proposals must be submitted by September 28, 2024, with an estimated award date of December 15, 2024. Interested parties should contact Theresa M. Black at theresa.black@usda.gov or call 919-376-8839 for further details and must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible to submit proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Theresa M. Black
    (919) 376-8839
    theresa.black@usda.gov
    Files
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    3c FL Bartow Posting of RLP for SAM.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting proposals to lease office space in Bartow, FL, with a minimum of 4,141 ABOA square feet and a maximum of 4,348 ABOA square feet. The total rentable space should not exceed 4,969 RSF. The lease term will be for 20 years, with an initial firm term of 5 years and termination rights provided after that. It mandates full service, and the space must meet specific safety, accessibility, and sustainability regulations, avoiding flood-prone areas. Parking requirements include reserved spaces for government vehicles, visitors, and free non-reserved spaces for employees. Proposals must be submitted by September 28, 2024, to be considered, along with necessary documentation of ownership or representation. Interested parties must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to submit proposals. The estimated award date for the lease is December 15, 2024. This RFP outlines the government's needs and prerequisites for new office space to support its operations effectively.
    3c Posting of RLP Package on SAM.pdf
    Final RLP 57-12105-24-FA..pdf
    FL Bartow RLP Draft.pdf
    The USDA has issued Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) No. 57-12105-24-FA for a lease in Bartow, FL, with responses due by September 28, 2024. The RLP outlines requirements for a minimum of 4,141 to a maximum of 4,348 ABOA square feet of contiguous office space, with specific parking, modern construction standards, and a lease term of 20 years. The document stresses that proposals must comply with various government standards, including environmental considerations, accessibility, and historic preservation if applicable. Eligible offers are evaluated based on efficiency of layout, costs, and adherence to security and energy standards, specifically the Energy Independence and Security Act. Offerors are instructed to submit complete proposals, including financial and leasing details, and to consider sustainability impacts. The RLP emphasizes that any aspects of the lease must meet federal regulatory criteria, including those relating to asbestos and fire safety. The successful Offeror will not only be responsible for providing suitable space but also for associated improvements as part of the rental agreement, indicating a comprehensive approach to federal leasing procedures.
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