Office Space in Columbia, SC
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), through its PBS Office of Leasing, is seeking proposals for a fully serviced lease of office space in Columbia, SC. The requirement is for 21,000 to 23,100 ABOA SF of contiguous space for a 15-year term (10 years firm). This Request for Lease Proposals (RLP No. 4SC0137) outlines specific building, location, and security requirements. Proposals are due April 10, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. EST.
Scope of Work
GSA requires 21,000 to 23,100 ABOA SF of contiguous office space, with at least 19,000 ABOA SF on consecutive floors, all located above the entry level. The building must be modern, sound, and substantial, or adaptively reused/modernized if not new. It cannot house residential units or specific sensitive federal agencies (Pretrial Services, U.S. Attorneys, Federal Public Defenders, Schools, Daycare centers, Law Enforcement Agencies).
Key requirements include:
- Parking: 12 secure, reserved spaces within 0.25 miles, and a minimum of 42 public parking spaces within 0.25 miles.
- Location: Within a defined commercial office district in Columbia, SC, with attractive surroundings, well-maintained infrastructure, and access to public transportation.
- Compliance: Must meet Government standards for fire safety, accessibility, seismic (moderate seismicity), and sustainability (ENERGY STAR® label or equivalent). The space must not be in the 1-percent-annual chance floodplain. Asbestos-containing materials must be abated if present.
- Security: Facility Security Level II requirements apply, including employee/visitor access control, securing critical areas, Video Surveillance System, Intrusion Detection System, and Duress Alarm.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Fully serviced lease (Product Service Code: X1AA - Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings).
- Term: 15 years, with a 10-year firm term.
- Commencement Date: On or about December 1, 2027.
- Pricing: Rent will be based on a gross rate per ABOA and RSF, itemizing shell rental, Tenant Improvement (TI) rate ($146.95/ABOA SF), Building Specific Amortized Capital (BSAC) rate ($12.00/ABOA SF), operating costs, and parking.
- Offer Deadline: April 10, 2026, 2:00 P.M. EST.
- Published Date: March 9, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Requirement Specific Acquisition Platform (RSAP) at leasing.gsa.gov. Required forms include GSA Form 1217 (Lessor's Annual Cost Statement) and GSA Form 1364 (Proposal to Lease Space), both generated by RSAP. Additional submittals include authorization if not the owner, evidence of financial commitment, zoning compliance, ownership/control, proof of signing authority, active SAM registration, Fire Protection and Life Safety (FPLS) Information (GSA Form 12000), architectural plans, asbestos management plan (if applicable), computer-generated floor plans, and Energy Star® documentation.
Award will be made to the responsible Offeror with the lowest priced technically acceptable offer, based on present value price evaluation and other factors. Negotiations may be conducted. Deviations from RLP requirements must be clearly documented on GSA Form 1364.
Eligibility & Notes
- NAICS Code: 531120 (Exception).
- Set-Aside: No specific set-aside, but HUBZone Small Business Concerns may waive price preference.
- SAM Registration: Active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required at the time of award.
- The RLP includes various exhibits, and Offerors should not complete the lease template directly. The Government reserves the right to inspect premises and conduct background checks.