General Services Administration Office Space Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the Request for Lease Proposal (RLP) 4AR0185 for Probation, Pine Bluff, AR, effective April 8, 2026.

Key changes include:

• Deletion of Paragraph 4.01 Tenant Improvements and Pricing (Small) (Sep 2015): This section from the Supplemental Lease Requirements is removed entirely.
• Amendment to Paragraph 3.01 of Exhibit B (Supplemental Lease Requirements):
  • Clarifies requirements for Lessor-Provided Design Intent Drawings (DIDs), including submission timelines (15 Working Days post-award), content (e.g., Cover Sheet, Demolition Plan, Partition Plan, Power/Communication Plan, Furniture Plan, Finish Plan), and the Government's review process (10 Working Days).
  • Specifies that the Lessor may be required to submit a budget proposal based on DIDs within 10 Working Days of Government request.
  • Outlines the Lessor's TI price proposal submission (within 10 Working Days of notification to begin TI bidding) and the Government's issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP) (within 10 Working Days following submission of TI and BSAC price proposals).
  • Sets a deadline for Lessor to complete all required work to prepare the Premises for use within 40 Working days following NTP issuance.
• Incorporation of Paragraph 3.08 Construction Inspections: This section is added to the Supplemental Lease Requirements, detailing the LCO's role in periodic inspections and the Lessor's responsibility for compliance.
• Incorporation of Paragraph 3.09 Tenant Improvement Price Proposal: This section is added, outlining requirements for:
  • Supporting cost or pricing data for TI proposals.
  • Excluding costs for existing building shell rent.
  • Using specified fee rates from the "Tenant Improvement Fee Schedule."
  • Discrepancies between Lease, DIDs, and specifications to be resolved by the LCO.
  • Option for the Government to negotiate price based on competitive proposals from at least two qualified general contractors (GCs) or subcontractors.
  • Requirements for the TICS Table submission and Government review.
  • Government's right to determine bid reasonableness, reject bids, and attend negotiations.
• Incorporation of Paragraph 3.10 Lessor's Project Management Responsibilities: This section is added, detailing costs covered by the Lessor's project management fee (e.g., legal, travel, insurance, overhead, carrying costs, proposal preparation, municipal fees, labor costs) and minimum services required (e.g., assistance to Government team, monitoring performance, conducting meetings, administrative tasks, maintaining logs, providing technical expertise).
• Incorporation of Paragraph 3.11 Tenant Improvement Fee Schedule: This section is added, outlining rates for Architect/Engineer fees and Lessor's Project Management Fee for the initial build-out.

• Paragraph 4.01 Tenant Improvements and Pricing (Small) (Sep 2015) from Supplemental Lease Requirements (deleted).

• Paragraph 3.01 of Exhibit B (Supplemental Lease Requirements) (amended).

• Paragraphs 3.08, 3.09, 3.10, and 3.11 are incorporated into the Supplemental Lease Requirements.

• The amendment introduces new requirements and timelines related to Design Intent Drawings (DIDs), TI price proposals, and construction inspections.

• Bidders should review the updated sections on TI pricing, project management, and fee schedules for their proposal preparation.

• Questions regarding this amendment should be directed to Thomas Sisson at 817-233-5108 or thomas.sisson@gsa.gov.

• Receipt of this amendment must be acknowledged by signing and returning a copy.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) for a lease in Pine Bluff, AR. It outlines the instructions and requirements for submitting proposals for a lease described within the RLP documents. The government will evaluate proposals based on the "Basis of Award" to select an offeror for the lease.

• Space: Minimum 375 sq. ft. (ABOA), Maximum 375 sq. ft. (ABOA).

• Parking: 2 reserved parking spaces (total).

• Lease Term: 15 Years Full Term, 10 Years Firm Term.

• Termination Rights: 90 Days notice.

• Location: Delineated area in Pine Bluff, Arkansas (specific boundaries provided).

• Building Requirements: Modern, quality construction, sound and substantial, with a facade of stone, marble, brick, stainless steel, aluminum, or other permanent materials in good condition. If not a new building, it must have undergone or will complete modernization or adaptive reuse.

• Special Requirements:

  • Office location should not be near (<2,000 ft) or adjacent to a daycare facility, school, or park.
  • 24/7 HVAC for server room.
  • Seismic safety compliance is required, with specific options for demonstrating compliance (e.g., Seismic Certificate, retrofit commitment, new construction commitment).
  • Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) requirements regarding energy efficiency and conservation improvements.
  • National Historic Preservation Act requirements.
  • Fire Protection and Life Safety Submittals are required.
  • Fire Alarm System requirements.
  • Automatic Fire Sprinkler System requirements.
  • Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) requirements.
  • Radon testing and mitigation requirements.
  • Hazardous Materials compliance.
  • Mold and Water Intrusion prevention and remediation.
  • Occupant Emergency Plans.
  • Security Requirements (Level II).

• Contract Type: Lease agreement.

• Period of Performance: 15 Years Full Term, with a 10 Year Firm Term.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but implied by the lease term and space requirements.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: January 02, 2026, by 5:00 PM CST.

• Submission Method: Proposals can be submitted via email to Chantal.Wells@gsa.gov or by mail/delivery service.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, based on the lowest price per square foot.

• Offeror's executed GSA Form 3626: Constitutes a firm offer.

• NAICS Code: 531120.

• Small Business Size Standard: Refer to SBA website.

• HUBZone Small Business Concern Price Preference Waiver: Option to waive.

• The document includes various forms and attachments related to seismic compliance, fire protection, and general lease requirements.