FEMA Saipan - Warehouse
Overview
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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 General Services Administration (GSA), on behalf of FEMA, is soliciting proposals for a warehouse lease in Saipan, MP. This opportunity, titled "FEMA Saipan - Warehouse," is for Warehouse B2, Commercial Port of Saipan, offering 8,000 sq. ft. of rentable and ABOA space. The lease is for a 1-year, 3-month firm term with government termination rights. The official response date is May 1, 2026, though specific submission deadlines may be communicated orally as per the Request for Lease Proposals.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the lease of a modern, quality warehouse building with sound construction to support FEMA disaster relief operations. Key considerations include:
- Space: 8,000 sq. ft. rentable and ABOA space at Warehouse B2, Commercial Port of Saipan.
- Term: 1 Year, 3 Months Firm, with government termination rights after the firm term (30 days' notice).
- Construction Standards: Compliance with building shell, means of egress, fire safety, accessibility, HVAC, and health/safety standards (e.g., asbestos, hazardous materials, mold).
- Utilities & Services: Lessor obligations for heating, air conditioning, janitorial services, and other building services.
- Flood Plains: Property must not be in a 1-percent-annual-chance floodplain unless no practicable alternative exists.
- Energy Efficiency: Offerors must discuss cost-effective energy efficiency upgrades or provide rationale for no improvements.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Oral Request for Lease Proposals - RLP)
- Agency: General Services Administration (PBS Office of Leasing) for FEMA
- Place of Performance: Saipan, MP, United States
- Set-Aside: None specified. However, FEMA Form 3518 requires representations for various small business categories (NAICS 531120, $41.5M size standard), and HUBZone small businesses may elect to waive price evaluation preference.
- Response Date: May 1, 2026. Specific submission deadlines and methods will be provided orally as per the RLP.
- Contact: Nicholas Dippel (nicholas.dippel@gsa.gov, 2674965427)
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, based on the lowest price per square foot (ANSI/BOMA Z65.1-2017 definition for Occupant Area).
- Submission: Proposals can be transmitted via email (PDF attachment) or U.S. Mail/express delivery.
- Required Forms: Bidders must complete and submit GSA Form 3626 (U.S. Government Lease for Real Property - Short Form), FEMA Form 3518 (Representations and Certifications), FAR 52.204-24 (Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services/Equipment), and ACH 3881 (Payment Enrollment).
- Compliance: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award.
Key Documents for Review
- GSA Form 3517B (General Clauses): Outlines general contractual terms and conditions.
- FEMA Supplemental Office Lease Requirements: Details specific requirements for FEMA disaster leases, including construction standards and health/safety.
- GSA Form 3626 (Saipan Warehouse): Specific lease form for the 8,000 sq. ft. warehouse at Commercial Port of Saipan.
- FEMA Oral Request for Lease Proposal: Provides guidance on the RLP process, evaluation criteria, and submission.