Army Career Center-Waldorf-MD
Overview
Buyer
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NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
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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 Baltimore District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is issuing a Presolicitation for lease proposals for an Army Career Center in Waldorf, MD. This opportunity seeks approximately 1,677 usable square feet of commercial retail space. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM on May 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for commercial retail space located within a 1-mile radius of 173 St. Patrick’s Drive, Suite 204, Waldorf, MD 20603. The space must feature a secondary egress and provide adequate parking for approximately seven (7) Government vehicles, both during the day and overnight. The lease will utilize a standard U.S. Government Lease form.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings - X1AA)
- Agency: Department of the Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District
- Place of Performance: Waldorf, MD
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Lease Term: Anticipated five (5) year term, with potential for termination rights and renewal options, as per the draft lease document.
Lessor Responsibilities (from Draft Lease Document)
The draft U.S. Government Lease document outlines extensive responsibilities for the Lessor, including:
- Providing a tenantable premises, utilities, and comprehensive maintenance (common areas, HVAC, fire safety, janitorial, snow removal, lawn care).
- Ensuring compliance with standards such as ANSI/ASHRAE, ABAAS, EPA, and OSHA.
- Adhering to detailed construction and security specifications (Exhibit E), covering materials, accessibility, insulation, and telecommunications.
- Managing rent payments via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) through SAM.gov.
- Maintaining specified insurance requirements.
Submission Requirements
Proposals should include the proposed rental amount, which must cover Common Area Maintenance (CAM), Taxes, and Insurance. Proposals are due no later than 5:00 PM on May 1, 2026.
Important Notes
All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) prior to contract award. The registration process, including obtaining a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and submitting a notarized letter for entity administration, can take several weeks. Bidders are strongly encouraged to begin this process immediately to avoid delays.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Oksana Yarova (oksana.h.yarova@usace.army.mil). The primary contact for the opportunity is Kenneth J. Bowe (kenneth.j.bowe@usace.army.mil, 443-896-3301).