Armed Forces Career Center - Athens, Georgia
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Savannah District is soliciting lease proposals for approximately 550 – 650 gross rentable square feet (GRSF) of commercial retail space in Athens, Georgia (30606 zip code). This space is intended for an Armed Forces Career Center, with the Government seeking immediate occupancy due to an unplanned relocation. The preferred arrangement is a full-service lease for a term of five (5) years with Government termination rights. Proposals are due by January 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
Provide commercial retail space suitable for Armed Forces Recruiting purposes. The lease should ideally be full-service, encompassing base rent, Common Area Maintenance (CAM), utilities, and janitorial services. Non-exclusive parking for one government vehicle must be provided 24 hours, 7 days a week. The Government will also consider temporary space, not exceeding 12 months, while permanent space undergoes initial alterations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Lease Proposal (Solicitation)
- Duration: Five (5) years with Government termination rights (temporary space up to 12 months also considered).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Product Service Code: X1AA (Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings)
- Proposal Due: January 27, 2026, 04:59 AM EST.
- Published: January 6, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested respondents, who must be building owners or representatives with an exclusive right to represent the building owner, are required to submit a signed "Proposal to Lease Space Document," a Proposed Floor Plan, an Initial Alterations Quote, and an Exclusivity Agreement (if applicable). The "Proposal to Lease Space Worksheet" details the specific financial and technical information required for a compliant offer. All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) prior to award.
Key Documents
- The "Government Lease" (USACE RECRUITING LEASE FORM L100) outlines the comprehensive terms, conditions, and obligations for lessors, covering aspects like maintenance, utilities, and government rights.
- The "Proposal to Lease Space Worksheet" guides bidders on structuring their offer, detailing financial components (rent, operating costs, buildout) and technical/compliance aspects (property condition, safety standards).
- The "General Clauses and Addendum" provides additional legal and compliance requirements, including clauses related to SAM registration, prompt payment, equal opportunity, and telecommunications restrictions (FAR 52.204-25 and GSAR 552.204-70).