Recruiting Station - Armed Forces Career Center - Hialeah, FL
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 Jacksonville District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is soliciting lease proposals for an Armed Forces Career Center in Hialeah, FL. This opportunity seeks commercial storefront or retail space ranging from 3,005 to 3,955 gross rentable square feet for a five-year term with Government termination rights. A full-service lease, including all utilities and janitorial services, is preferred. Proposals are due by April 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The selected Lessor will provide a fully built-out space to house recruiting offices for the U.S. Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force Reserves. Key requirements include:
- Space: Minimum 3,005 SF to maximum 3,955 SF within a delineated area of Hialeah, FL (North: Palmetto Expressway; East: E. 8th Avenue; South: Doral Blvd./NW 36th St.; West: FL Turnpike).
- Parking: Adequate/assigned parking for twelve (12) Government vehicles (day and overnight), plus visitor parking.
- Access: 24-hour access to leased spaces and high-speed data service connection (Fiber preferred).
- Build-out: Construction and security specifications must adhere to detailed General Standards for Military Recruiting Facilities, covering architectural finishes, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and security systems (including Video Intercom Entry Control and CCTV). Bidders must obtain a contractor's bid for this build-out.
- Janitorial Services: Provided three days per week (minimum two), adhering to specific tasks, environmentally friendly product usage, and performance standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation for Lease of Real Property
- Term: Five (5) years with Government termination rights.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Proposal Due: April 3, 2026, 4:00 PM EST.
- Published: February 19, 2026.
- Award: Expected approximately 30 days after the proposal cut-off date.
Evaluation Factors
Proposals will be evaluated based on Cost (40%) and Operational Factors (60%). Cost includes rental consideration for a fully-serviced lease, construction costs, and lessor contributions. Operational factors, approximately equal in importance to cost, include:
- Location within the delineated area (10%)
- Neighborhood (15%)
- Ease of access to the building (10%)
- Location within the building (15%)
- Parking availability for visitors (15%)
- Overall appearance of the building (10%)
- Potential for signs (10%)
- Floor plan/layout (10%)
- Pass/Fail criteria for 24-hour access to leased space and parking proximity for Government/POV vehicles.
Submission Instructions & Important Notes
Bidders must complete and sign the "Proposal to Lease Space" worksheet, including a contractor's bid for the required build-out. All documents, including those listed in section 5.c of the worksheet, must be emailed to John Jensvold (john.m.jensvold@usace.army.mil). SAM.gov registration is mandatory prior to award and can take several weeks, requiring a notarized letter; firms are strongly encouraged to register immediately to avoid delays.