Marine Corps Career Center-Cranberry TWP
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 Baltimore District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is issuing a Presolicitation for lease proposals for approximately 2,625 usable square feet of retail space to house a Marine Corps Career Center in Cranberry Township, PA. The space must be within a 1-mile radius of 20215 Rt. 19, Cranberry TWP, PA 16066. Proposals are due no later than April 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks retail space with specific requirements:
- Approximately 2,625 usable square feet.
- Must have a secondary egress.
- Adequate parking for approximately seven (7) Government vehicles, both during the day and overnight.
- The lease will utilize a Government Lease document.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Lease Proposals)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, by 5:00 PM
- Published: March 3, 2026
Draft Lease Document Details
A draft U.S. Government Lease Agreement template is provided, outlining comprehensive terms and conditions. Key elements include:
- Parties: Lessor (requiring SAM registration) and USACE.
- Premises & Term: Specifies rentable square footage, 24/7 access, and a five-year lease term contingent on annual appropriations, with Government termination rights (typically 90 days' notice).
- Rent & Services: Details annual/monthly rent, electronic funds transfer (EFT) payment, and extensive Lessor responsibilities including tenantable premises, utilities, comprehensive maintenance (common areas, HVAC, pest control, snow removal, lawn care), and janitorial services.
- Appurtenant Rights: Grants the Government rights to parking spaces and roof access for telecommunications equipment.
- Construction & Alterations: Outlines requirements for initial alterations, ownership of alterations transferring to the Government, and options for Lessor reimbursement.
- Compliance & Standards: Includes detailed sections on accessibility (ABAAS), environmental due diligence (NEPA), historic preservation (NHPA), indoor air quality, hazardous materials, mold remediation, and fire/life safety systems.
- Telecommunications: Prohibits the use of telecommunications equipment or services from specific foreign entities (e.g., Huawei, ZTE).
- Disputes: Governed by 41 U.S.C. Chapter 71, Contract Disputes Act.
Response Requirements
Responses should include the proposed rental amount, which must cover Common Area Maintenance (CAM), Taxes, and Insurance.
Additional Notes
All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) prior to contract award. The SAM registration process, including the notarized letter requirement, can take several weeks, and vendors are strongly encouraged to begin registration immediately to avoid delays. For questions, contact Malcolm I. Brooks at malcolm.i.brooks@usace.army.mil.