In Search of Retail Space, Glendale AZ

SOL #: DACA095260081300Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W075 ENDIST LOS ANGELES
LOS ANGELES, CA, 90017-3409, United States

Place of Performance

Glendale, AZ

NAICS

Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses) (531120)

PSC

Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings (X1AA)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Feb 17, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Mar 18, 2026, 11:00 PM

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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Los Angeles District, is seeking proposals for a full-service lease of retail space in Glendale, AZ, to establish an Armed Forces Career Center. The requirement is for approximately 1284 Gross Square Feet (GSF) / 1064 Net Square Feet (NSF) of existing Class A or B retail space within a specific delineated area. Proposals are due by March 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM Arizona Time.

Scope of Work

The lease is for a term not exceeding five (5) years, with a one (1) year firm term and Government termination rights. The space must offer both primary and secondary ingress/egress, 24/7 lighted on-site parking for government vehicles, and additional lighted parking for employees and visitors during business hours. The facility must be in a compatible business environment, avoiding proximity to sexually oriented businesses, bars, liquor stores, smoke shops, or marijuana dispensaries. Required building standards include compliance with applicable codes, fire protection, life safety, accessibility, environmental, and national historic preservation requirements, utilizing low-VOC materials and formaldehyde-free wood products. Security systems, including Video Intercom Entry Control (EC) and CCTV/NVR, are mandatory.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Lease Agreement (Solicitation)
  • Duration: Up to five (5) years (one-year firm term)
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • Proposal Due: March 18, 2026, 5:00 PM Arizona Time
  • Published: February 17, 2026

Submission & Evaluation

Offers must be submitted via email to mindy.l.joseph@usace.army.mil or by mail/express delivery. Required submissions include an initialed draft lease, General Clauses 3517B, Janitorial Specifications, a completed Proposal to Lease Space form, as-built floor plan, site plan with parking, and a digital photo of the street view. The Proposal to Lease Space Worksheet and Construction Specifications Bid Proposal Worksheet are critical for detailing costs and compliance. Evaluation will be based on best value, considering Price and Technical Factors such as Location, Neighborhood, Ease of Access, Parking Availability, and Building Appearance.

Additional Notes

All contractors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to award. Interested parties can contact Mindy Joseph at mindy.l.joseph@usace.army.mil or (480) 698-1963.

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Posted: Feb 17, 2026
In Search of Retail Space, Glendale AZ | GovScope