Lease - Kenai Outstation - Alaska

Quick Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking proposals for a Lease of approximately 2,107 ANSI/BOMA square feet of contiguous space for a Vet Center Outstation in Kenai, Alaska. The government requires a modern, quality building with specific amenities, parking, and comprehensive services. Offers are due by April 3, 2026, at 5 PM PST.

Scope of Work

The opportunity is for a 20-year lease, with a 5-year firm period, for clinical office space. The leased space must be prime commercial, ground floor, and fully serviced, including janitorial, basic cable, high-speed internet (Wi-Fi), security monitoring, and maintenance. Key requirements include:

• Space: Approximately 2,107 ANSI/BOMA square feet, with 20 surface/outside parking spaces.
• Building Standards: Modern, well-constructed, compliant with seismic safety, asbestos, accessibility, fire protection, life safety, and energy efficiency (ENERGY STAR® preferred).
• Location: Employee and visitor entrances must connect to public sidewalks, with employee services (restaurants, retail) accessible nearby, and public transportation within 2,640 feet.
• Interior Specifications: Detailed requirements for lobby, restrooms (ADA accessible), reception, director/manager/counselor offices, group counseling room, kitchen/break room, janitorial/utility closet, storage, and a dedicated telecommunications room (minimum 80 sq ft, temperature controlled).
• Technology & Security: CAT 6A cabling, security system monitoring (FSL Level II), CCTV, alarm systems, and a hardwired/wireless Nurse Call system. Sound Transmission Class (STC 45) for speech privacy and a sound masking system are mandatory.
• Environmental: A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment and compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act are required.

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Lease Agreement (Solicitation for Lease Proposals - RLP).
• Lease Term: 20 years, with a 5-year firm period.
• Place of Performance: Kenai, AK 99611, United States.
• NAICS Code: 531120 (Exception) - Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings.
• Set-Aside: None specified, but HUBZone Small Business Concerns may elect to waive price evaluation preference.
• Mandatory Forms: Offerors must complete and submit GSA Form 1364 (Proposal to Lease Space), GSA Form 1217 (Lessor's Annual Cost Statement), GSA Form 12000 (Prelease Fire Protection and Life Safety Evaluation), and seismic compliance forms (A-D).

Submission & Evaluation

• Proposal Due Date: April 3, 2026, by 5 PM PST.
• Submission Method: Via email to GARRY.ALEXANDER@VA.GOV.
• Evaluation Criteria: Best value tradeoff, with technical merit being more important than price. Key factors include Facility (space layout, design, aesthetic), Site (characteristics, functionality, quality), Past Performance, and Experience.
• Compliance: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of award and maintain registration. Compliance with FAR 52.204-24 (telecommunications/video surveillance) and FASCSA orders is required.

Additional Notes

The RLP package includes numerous exhibits detailing lease templates, agency requirements, security standards, and various forms. Bidders should thoroughly review all attached documents, including the GSA L100 Lease Template, Agency Specific Requirements (SOW), Security Requirements (FSL Level II), and General Clauses, to understand the full scope of contractual obligations and cost implications, including Building Specific Amortized Capital (BSAC) for security countermeasures. A prevailing wage determination for highway construction is also included, though its direct relevance to this lease is unclear.