General Services Administration (GSA) seeks to lease office space in Santa Barbara and Goleta, CA
Overview
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PSC
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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) is seeking Expressions of Interest for a 20-year lease of 13,585 to 14,264 ABOA square feet of office and courtroom space in Santa Barbara and Goleta, CA. This presolicitation outlines requirements for a multi-phase build-out, including specific security and parking provisions. Expressions of Interest are due April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The GSA requires a fully serviced lease for office and courtroom space within a delineated area of Santa Barbara and Goleta, CA. The lease will accommodate a multi-phase build-out:
- Phase I (Lease Award & Build-out): Completion of a courtroom and essential office areas, with existing TIs considered for reuse. Baseline Facility Level III Security Requirements must be met for initial occupancy. Rent commences upon substantial completion and acceptance of Phase I.
- Phase II (Post-Occupancy): Remaining office and secondary space Tenant Improvements (TIs) to be completed as an occupied renovation within three years of initial occupancy. This phase includes the balance of Level III Security Requirements, securing three reserved parking spaces, and installation of a secured private elevator from parking to the Government's space.
Key Requirements:
- Space: 13,585 - 14,264 ABOA SF, Office, Courtroom.
- Parking: 3 on-site, reserved, secured, discreet spaces with restricted access path, plus additional parking per local code.
- Structural: 30' minimum column spacing, 9' finished ceiling heights (min 9'-6" to 10'-0" in limited locations).
- Courtroom: Shall not be located at street or below grade levels.
- Compliance: Must meet Government requirements for fire safety, accessibility, seismic, and sustainability standards. Offered space must not be in the 1-percent-annual chance floodplain. Compliance with Section 889 of the FY19 NDAA is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Lease (Presolicitation)
- Term: 20 years (Full), 15 years (Firm), 0 years (Option)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Expressions of Interest Due: April 6, 2026
- Market Survey (Estimated): April 27, 2026
- Lease Award (Estimated): July 15, 2026
- Substantial Completion (Phase I): March 2027
Submission Details
Interested parties must submit Expressions of Interest including:
- Building Information (name, address, age, occupancy).
- Space Location (floor number(s), availability date).
- Square Footage (RSF and ABOA SF).
- CAD/Scalable Drawings (AutoCAD .dwg and high-resolution PDF).
- Technical Details (columns, window lines, plumbing, core elements).
- Parking & Access (site plan showing reserved spaces and restricted path).
- Ownership information and authorization to represent the owner.
- Map showing public transit stop within 2,640 feet of the building.
Contact Information
Expressions of Interest should be sent to Dan McGrath, Broker Contractor, at Daniel.J.Mcgrath@gsa.gov.