General Services Administration (GSA) seeks to lease office space in the Sacramento Metro Area
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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) is soliciting proposals for a long-term lease of 44,438 to 48,883 ABOA square feet of office and specialized space in the Sacramento Metro Area, CA. This opportunity, identified as Project Number 3CA1541, is for the collocation of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Bureau of Reclamation (USBR). Offers are due May 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM Local Pacific Time.
Opportunity Overview
GSA seeks a modern, well-constructed building to house two distinct agencies: Block A for NOAA (12,392-13,632 ABOA SF) and Block B for USBR (32,046-35,251 ABOA SF). The space must support 24/7 operations and meet stringent security, technical, and environmental standards. The lease is for a 20-year full term, with a 15-year firm term and a 5-year option. Estimated occupancy is March 2027.
Key Requirements
The facility must be located within a specific delineated area in Sacramento/Rancho Cordova, CA, at least one mile from railyards, and outside a 0.2% annual chance floodplain. Space Configuration:
- Minimum 16,442 SF on the first floor, with a maximum of two floors for occupancy.
- Minimum 20-foot column spacing and two separate vehicular access points.
- Dividing barrier from residential/retail areas; not adjacent to high traffic.
- Turnaround space for large vehicles and buses. Specific Block Requirements:
- Block A (NOAA): Requires 4,116 SF with 13' finished ceiling height (including 1,400 SF each for WFO and RFC Operation Rooms), and 317 SF with 12' finished ceiling. Detached secured/fenced areas for a satellite dish (400 SF), communication tower (225 SF), storage/vehicles (800 SF), and UPS/generator pad (400 SF).
- Block B (USBR): Requires 4,050 ABOA SF on the ground floor, with various ceiling heights (10'-14'), raised flooring (min 7,875 SF), and a 250 lb/ft floor load (min 7,770 SF). Attached space (1,000 ABOA SF) for vehicle storage/technical area and delivery receipt. Detached space (1,440 SF) for a communication tower, data structure, storage, and generator pad. Technical & Security:
- Fully serviced lease, including utilities and janitorial.
- Line-of-sight for satellite dish and communication towers.
- Facility Security Level II requirements for both blocks, with potential Building Specific Amortized Capital (BSAC) costs of $12.00/ABOA SF for security build-out.
- Must accommodate two onsite emergency power generators and submeters for each block. Sustainability: Compliance with EISA and ENERGY STAR® label requirements.
Contract Details
- Lease Term: 20 Years Full Term (15 Years Firm Term, one 5-year option).
- Occupancy: Estimated March 2027.
- Tenant Improvement (TI) Allowance: $77.28/ABOA SF for Block A (NOAA) and $71.34/ABOA SF for Block B (USBR).
- Building Specific Amortized Capital (BSAC): $12.00/ABOA SF for both Block A and Block B.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted electronically via the Requirement Specific Acquisition Platform (RSAP) at leasing.gsa.gov by May 2, 2025, 2:00 PM Local Pacific Time. Award will be made to the lowest priced technically acceptable offer, based on present value price evaluation. Required forms, including GSA Form 1217 and GSA Form 1364, will be auto-generated within RSAP. Offerors must also complete a Foreign Ownership & Financing Representation for High Security Leased Space.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
The NAICS Code is 531120 (Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings). HUBZone small business concerns may waive the price evaluation preference. Offerors must be registered in SAM and comply with telecommunications prohibitions under Section 889 of the NDAA. Cushman & Wakefield is acting as a dual agent for this transaction.
Contacts
Primary contact is Bruce Keyes (bruce.keyes@cushwake.com, 719-237-5740). Secondary contact is Tony Lucchesi (tony.lucchesi@cushwake.com, 415-608-9881).