Lease of Office Space within Ocala, FL. Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) #26NAT01 - Office Space
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), specifically the PUBLIC BUILDINGS SERVICE, is seeking to lease office space within Ocala, Florida, through Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) #26NAT01. The U.S. Government requires a minimum of 4,512 ABOA Square Feet and a maximum of 4,700 ABOA Square Feet. The lease term is 15 years with a 13-year firm term. Offers are due by May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The required office space must be located within a delineated area in Ocala, FL, defined by specific street boundaries (North: E. Silver Spring Blvd, N Pine Ave, Bonnie Health Blvd, NE14th St; South: SE 31st St, SW 32nd St, SW 42nd St, SW 43rd St; East: NE36th Ave; West: SW 43rd Ct, SW 44th Ave, SW 46th Ave). A detailed map of this area is provided in the "Expanded DA Map FPD Ocala FL.pdf" attachment.
Agency Unique Requirements include:
- Proximity to the Federal Courthouse in Ocala.
- Secured access to the leased space and premises.
- Contiguous space located above ground level.
- Class A/B Office Space.
- A waiting area within the lease space, separated from staff offices.
- Six employee parking spaces.
Financial Details:
- Agency Tenant Improvement Allowance: $50.11 per ABOA SF.
- Building Specific Amortized Capital (BSAC): $12.00 per ABOA SF.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings - X1AA)
- Lease Term: 15 years (13 years firm)
- Amortization Term: 8 years for both Tenant Improvements and Building Specific Amortized Capital.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Date: May 8, 2026, by 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
- Published Date: April 15, 2026.
Evaluation
Lease awards will be made to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer without negotiations, based on RLP criteria. Offered space must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and Local jurisdiction requirements, including standards for fire and life safety, accessibility, seismic resilience, and energy efficiency.
Additional Notes
- Offers must be submitted through the GSA Leasing Portal (https://leasing.gsa.gov). The Open Period for submissions runs from the 1st through the 7th of each month.
- Bidders should review the "AAAP Construction Schedule (Oct. 2018).pdf" attachment for expected timelines for design, construction, and government acceptance based on lease size.
- Review Section 889 of the FY19 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) regarding telecommunications equipment restrictions.
- SAM registration should be initiated as soon as possible (refer to RLP Clause 3.05, Item 7).
- The Government may award multiple leases to satisfy new requirements or compete expiring leases. Specific requirements will be identified after the Open Period closes.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Stephen Love (stephen.love@gsa.gov, 405-482-9936)