Lease storage space Rio Rico / Nogales Arizona
Overview
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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. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is seeking Expressions of Interest for the lease of 2,300 – 2,500 square feet of storage space in Rio Rico / Nogales, Arizona. This opportunity is for a 5-year lease term to satisfy government requirements for secure storage. Expressions of Interest are due by June 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central time.
Scope of Work
The required space must be located within the US Border area along I-19 from north Rio Rico to the US Border in Nogales, Arizona. Key requirements include:
- Size: 2,300 – 2,500 square feet.
- Access: 24/7 access, first floor, contiguous space.
- Features: Must meet fire safety, accessibility, and sustainability standards. Not in a 100-year flood plain.
- Logistics: Available turning radius for truck loading/unloading, adequate access to back in trailers, ability to fit two trucks, minimum 25 ft depth for trailers.
- Preferred: Security camera system, climate-controlled secure warehouse/evidence space with onsite private or public restroom.
- Building Type: Currently considering existing buildings; new construction may be considered only if it meets the required occupancy delivery date.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Government lease with applicable clauses. Lessor must remain active in SAM.gov.
- Term: 5-year full term, with a 1-year firm term and a 90-day termination notice allowed after the first year.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, by 5:00 PM Central time.
- Published Date: June 3, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Expressions of Interest must be in writing and include:
- Building Name and Address.
- Location of space in the building and date of availability.
- Scaled floor plans (as-built) identifying offered space.
- Estimated Rental rate per ABOA and Rentable Square foot, fully serviced and inclusive of utilities (snow removal, trash pickup).
- Information on building ownership.
- Name, address, telephone number, and email of Authorized contact.
- Brokers/agents must provide written evidence of authorization to represent the building owner.
Additional Notes
The Government reserves the right to disregard inadequate responses and will not pay for costs incurred from this advertisement. The Government assumes no responsibility to award a lease based on responses.
Contacts:
- Carlos Rosado, Leasing Specialist (Carlos_Rosado@fws.gov)
- Keshia Appkins, Lease Contract Specialist (keshia_appkins@fws.gov)