CFTC Notification of Intent for a lease agreement for current Headquarters location
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 Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued a Notification of Intent to award a sole-source, 5-year firm-term lease agreement to Beacon Capital Partners, DBA LCPC Lafayette Property LLC, for its current Headquarters at 1155 21st St. NW, Washington, DC 20581. This action is necessary to secure office space until a new, long-term headquarters can be competitively procured, designed, and occupied. Written responses from responsible sources are due by June 20, 2026, 5 PM ET.
Scope of Requirement
The CFTC intends to lease 289,295 rentable square feet (RSF) at its existing HQ location for a 5-year firm term, commencing October 1, 2027. This interim lease is critical because the current lease expires September 30, 2027, which does not allow sufficient time to conduct a competitive procurement for a new long-term lease, followed by design, build-out, and relocation. The decision to remain at the current location follows a determination that a previously considered site (355 E St SW, Washington, DC) was insufficient for CFTC's needs. This ensures continuity for staff and operations amidst agency growth.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole-Source Lease (Notification of Intent / Presolicitation)
- Duration: 5-year firm-term lease
- Set-Aside: None (Sole-Source)
- Product/Service Code: X1AA (Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings)
- Response Due: June 20, 2026, 5 PM ET
- Published: June 5, 2026
- Anticipated Award: On or about September 30, 2026
Justification & Action
The Government intends to procure this requirement under FAR 6.103-1 and 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), citing that the property is available from only one responsible source and no other property will satisfy the CFTC's needs by October 1, 2027. This notice is NOT a request for competitive proposals or a solicitation of offers. However, the Government will consider written responses from all responsible sources received by the deadline. Responses must include sufficient information to establish capability to fulfill the requirement. Information received will be considered solely for future market research. No formal solicitation package is available, and the Government will not be responsible for preparation costs.