New Army Recruiting Center Newport News, VA
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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 Norfolk District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is soliciting lease proposals for approximately 2,000 – 2,500 gross rentable square feet of commercial retail space in Newport News, Virginia (23601 zip code). This space is required for Armed Forces Recruiting purposes due to an unplanned relocation. The Government prefers a full-service lease for a five-year term with termination rights. Offers are due by February 17, 2026, at 1:59 PM EST.
Scope of Work
USACE seeks a fully serviced, turnkey lease for retail space to be used as an Army Recruiting Center. The required space is approximately 2,400 GSF (minimum 2,000 NSF) within the delineated area (Bland Blvd (N), Jefferson Blvd (E), Victory Blvd (S), James River (W)). Key requirements include:
- 24-hour unrestricted access
- Communication infrastructure (DSL, T1, or satellite)
- Direct secondary exterior exit
- 24-hour lighted parking for 5 government vehicles and adequate private vehicle parking.
- Compliance with detailed Janitorial, Construction, and Security Specifications (Exhibit G).
- No known hazardous conditions; accessibility and fire protection standards must be met.
- Consideration for temporary space (up to 12 months) while permanent space undergoes initial alterations.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Solicitation for a fully serviced lease.
- Lease Term: Five (5) years with Government termination rights and annual funding contingencies.
- Rent Structure: Full-service lease to include base rent, CAM, utilities, and janitorial services. Payment via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), requiring Lessor's SAM registration.
- Lessor Obligations: Provide tenantable premises, maintain building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), utilities, janitorial services, snow removal, lawn care, pest control, and signage maintenance. Responsible for permits, drawings, construction, and obtaining Certificates of Occupancy.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Product/Service Code: X1AA - Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: February 17, 2026, by 1:59 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Email to Marco.T.Reasco@usace.army.mil or via US Mail/express delivery to 803 Front Street, Norfolk, VA 23510 (ATTN: CENAO-RE-D/Reasco).
- Required Documents: USACE Recruiting Form 1364 (Proposal to Lease Space), initialed Lease Form (USACE Recruiting Lease Form L100), General Clauses (GSA Form 3517B), Representations, Certifications, and a completed Construction Specifications Bid Proposal Worksheet (Exhibit H). Evidence of ownership or an exclusivity agreement is required for representatives.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on best value to the Government, considering a combination of Technical Factors and Price. Technical factors include location, neighborhood, access, parking, building appearance, signage potential, floor plan, and high-speed internet. The Government reserves the right to award without discussions.
Contacts
- Primary: Marco T. Reasco, marco.t.reasco@usace.army.mil, 757-201-7871
- Secondary: Ashlyn Wharton, ashlyn.k.wharton@usace.army.mil, 757-675-5720