Alaska - Kenai / Soldotna Vet Center - Outstation
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for leasing clinical space for a Vet Center Outstation in or near Kenai/Soldotna, Alaska. The VA is considering options for an existing space or a new building to be leased. Responses are due by February 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The VA requires approximately 2,107 ANSI/BOMA Office Area (ABOA) square feet, with a maximum of 2,987 rentable square feet (RSF). Key requirements include:
- Accessibility: Building and parking must meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards.
- Security: Compliance with Interagency Security Committee Security Design Criteria and other security guidelines.
- Term: Lease term up to twenty (20) years, with termination rights after five (5) years.
- Parking: Minimum of 20 parking spaces.
- Location: Must be within the delineated area of Kenai/Soldotna, AK (bounded by North Kenai Spur Hwy, South Kalifornsky Beach Rd/Highway 1, East Kenai Spur Hwy, and West Kalifornsky Beach Rd/Bridge Access Rd).
- Compliance: Buildings must meet all current Federal, State, and local codes and regulations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Pre-Solicitation) / Request for Information
- Lease Term: Up to 20 years, with 5-year termination rights
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB)
- NAICS Code: 531120 (Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings) - Small Business Size Standard: $34 Million
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, 5:00 PM PST
- Published: January 21, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is a market research effort, not a solicitation for offers. Interested parties should submit detailed information including building name/address, available square footage (RSF and ABOA), expected fully serviced rental rate, availability date, ownership, parking spaces, energy efficiency features, LEED certification, and details on tenant improvements. Submissions should be emailed to Garry Alexander (garry.alexander@va.gov).
Additional Notes
The Government will not pay for response costs and does not guarantee a lease award. Rental escalations must be predetermined, and rent will be paid in arrears. The VA is limited to paying no more than the appraised fair rental value.