Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition, Essex Junction, VT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), has published a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for the extension of an existing lease (LVT04942) for office space in Essex Junction, VT. This justification supports a 60-month sole-source extension to ensure uninterrupted operations due to unexpected relocation delays.
Purpose & Scope
This JOFOC details the necessity of extending the current lease for USCIS office space at 38 River Road, Essex Junction, VT. The extension is required because USCIS's planned relocation to alternative Federally controlled space has been unexpectedly delayed. The primary purpose is to prevent a holdover situation, maintain continuous agency operations, and provide sufficient time for USCIS to develop a long-term plan compliant with the Return to Office (RTO) mandate. Awarding to another lessor would incur significant move and replication costs for USCIS.
Contract Details
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Lease Extension)
- Product Service Code: X1AA (Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings)
- Duration: 60 months (5 years), commencing January 22, 2026.
- Incumbent Lessor: Willing to proceed under a five-year firm term.
- Estimated Cost: Determined to be fair and reasonable based on market research.
- Place of Performance: Essex Junction, VT.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- Set-Aside: Not applicable, as this is a justification for a sole-source lease extension and not a competitive solicitation.
Submission & Evaluation
This document is a justification for a non-competitive action and is not a solicitation for proposals. Therefore, no submission or evaluation process for external vendors is required. An advertisement is not necessary for lease extensions under GSAM 570.106(d) and 570.405.
Key Dates
- Published: January 28, 2026