4400 ABOA SF of office space in the Sussex County Area

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) for approximately 4,400 ANSI/BOMA square feet of contiguous space in Sussex County, Delaware. The government is seeking a modern, quality building with specific amenities and accessibility requirements. The purpose is to solicit proposals for a lease that will be awarded to the most advantageous offer, considering both price and technical factors.

• Space: Approximately 4,400 ANSI/BOMA sq ft, not exceeding 4,949 RSF, in a modern, quality building.

• Location: Within the delineated Area of Consideration in Sussex County, DE (bounded by Williamsville Rd, Route 54, Route 1, and the Delaware State Line).

• Building Standards: Sound construction, modern design, well-maintained premises, and acceptable to the Lease Contracting Officer (LCO).

• Parking: 20 surface/outside parking spaces and 2 ADA compliant spaces required.

• Amenities: Proximity to employee services (restaurants, retail, banks, etc.) within a walkable distance. Unfavorable amenities (e.g., adult entertainment, liquor stores) within a walkable mile are precluded.

• Accessibility: Connected to public sidewalks, accessible walkways, and pedestrian crosswalks.

• Transit: Proximity to public transit (subway, light rail, bus rapid transit) within a walkable distance.

• Environmental: Space must be free of known hazardous conditions. Compliance with environmental regulations (NEPA, NHPA) is required.

• Security: Requirements based on Facility Security Level (FSL) will be specified.

• Energy Efficiency: Compliance with Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) requirements, including potential ENERGY STAR® label or cost-effective improvements.

• Lease Term: 20 Years, with a 5-Year Firm term and Government termination rights after the firm term with 90 days' notice.

• Contract Type: Fully serviced lease, with rent covering shell, operating costs, and real estate taxes.

• Offer Due Date: May 19, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Electronic submission via email only. Specific subject line required.

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated based on technical factors (location, site plan, building design, lessor qualifications, project management) and price. A best-value tradeoff process will be used.

• NAICS Code: 531120 (Exception).

• Small business size standard is available via SBA website.

• HUBZone small business concerns may elect to waive price preference.

• Offerors must use provided forms, including GSA Form 1364 (Proposal to Lease Space) and GSA Form 1217 (Lessor's Annual Cost Statement).

• A draft lease (GSA Form L100) is provided; do not complete it. GSA will transcribe the successful Offeror's data into the final lease.

• All required representations and certifications must be current in SAM.gov.

• Specific requirements for conflict of interest, authorization to represent ownership, and signing authority are detailed.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Lease Proposal (RLP) from the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) seeking to lease office space in Sussex County, Delaware. The VHA requires approximately 4,400 square feet of ABOA (Above-Building-Owner's-Account) space.

• Space: Approximately 4,400 Sq. Ft. (ABOA), Office type.

• Parking: 20 total parking spaces, all surface, with 2 designated as ADA compliant.

• Lease Terms: A firm term of 5 years and a full term of 20 years.

• Standards: Offered space must meet Government requirements for fire safety, accessibility, seismic, and sustainability standards.

• Floodplain: Space must not be located in the 1-percent-annual chance floodplain.

• Serviced Lease: A fully serviced lease is required.

• Telecommunications: Bidders must comply with Section 889 of the FY19 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

• Agency Specific Requirements: Refer to Exhibit B for detailed agency-specific requirements.

• Firm Term: 5 years

• Full Term: 20 years

• Offers Due: May 19, 2026

• Award Estimated: September 2026

• Submission Contact: Offers should be sent to Tammy Buckwalter, Leasing Contract Specialist, at Tammy.buckwalter@va.gov.

• Not specified in this document, but entities are advised to register in SAM.gov.

• An offeror submittal checklist is included with the RLP. Detailed requirements are in the RLP, which is the authoritative source in case of inconsistency.

• Entities not registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) should start the registration process.

• Government Contact Information: Lease Contracting Officer - Chris Tate (Christopher.tate2@va.gov); Leasing Specialist - Tammy Buckwalter (tammy.buckwalter@va.gov).