4400 ABOA SF of office space in the Sussex County Area
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), is soliciting proposals for the lease of approximately 4,400 ABOA square feet of office space in Sussex County, Delaware. This Request for Lease Proposal (RLP) seeks a fully serviced lease for a 20-year full term with a 5-year firm term. Proposals are due by May 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Requirements
The VHA requires approximately 4,400 ABOA SF (or 4,400 ANSI/BOMA sq ft, not exceeding 4,949 RSF) of modern, quality office space. The delineated area for consideration in Sussex County, DE, is bounded by Williamsville Rd (N), Rt 54 (S), Rt 1 (E), and the Delaware State Line (W).
Key requirements include:
- Space Type: Office.
- Parking: 20 total surface parking spaces, including 2 ADA compliant spaces.
- Building Standards: Must meet Government requirements for fire safety, accessibility, seismic, and sustainability. Space must not be in the 1-percent-annual chance floodplain.
- Amenities: Proximity to employee services (restaurants, retail, banks) within walkable distance, with no unfavorable amenities nearby. Accessible walkways and public transit proximity are desired.
- Environmental & Security: Space must be free of known hazardous conditions, comply with NEPA and NHPA, and meet specified Facility Security Level (FSL) requirements.
- Telecommunications: Compliance with Section 889 of the FY19 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) regarding telecommunications prohibitions is mandatory.
- Energy Efficiency: Compliance with Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) requirements.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Fully serviced lease.
- Lease Term: 20-year full term, with a 5-year firm term. The Government retains termination rights after the firm term with 90 days' notice.
- Product/Service Code: X1AA (Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings).
- NAICS Code: 531120 (Exception).
- Set-Aside: None specified. However, HUBZone small business concerns may elect to waive price preference.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: May 21, 2026, by 4:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Electronic submission via email to Tammy Buckwalter (Tammy.buckwalter@va.gov).
- Estimated Award: September 2026.
- Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated using a best-value tradeoff process, considering both technical factors (location, site plan, building design, lessor qualifications, project management) and price.
- Required Forms: Offerors must use GSA Form 1364 (Proposal to Lease Space) and GSA Form 1217 (Lessor's Annual Cost Statement).
Additional Notes
Entities not currently registered in SAM.gov are advised to begin the registration process immediately. An offeror submittal checklist is provided as an optional guide; the RLP is the authoritative source for detailed requirements. Questions should be directed to Tammy Buckwalter.