Recruiting Station - Marines Permanent Contact Station - Wauchula, FL

SOL #: DACA175260001600Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W074 ENDIST JACKSNVLLE
JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32207-0019, United States

Place of Performance

Wauchula, FL

NAICS

Lessors of Other Real Estate Property (531190)

PSC

Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings (X1AA)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Sep 18, 2025
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Submission Deadline
Apr 14, 2026, 3:59 AM

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 a Marine Corps Permanent Contact Station in Wauchula, FL. This opportunity seeks retail storefront space ranging from 733 to 965 gross rentable square feet for a five-year term, with a preference for a full-service lease. Proposals are due by April 13, 2026.

Scope of Work

The required space must be within a delineated area in Wauchula, FL (Northern Limit: W County Line Rd; Southern Limit: Will Duke Road; Eastern Limit: Griffin Rd Intersect with E Main Street; Western Limit: Altman Road). It must include adequate/assigned parking for two government vehicles (day and overnight) and 24-hour access. Specific internal requirements include: one 125 SF private office, open space for one workstation, one 50 SF testing/conference room, one 60 SF storage room, one 20 SF network/CCTV closet, one 100 SF ADA-compliant unisex restroom, and one 20 SF janitorial closet. The lease requires the Lessor to provide all utilities and janitorial services. Detailed construction and security specifications are provided, covering drawings, permits, codes, materials (Energy Star), plumbing, HVAC, electrical, communications, security systems (Video Intercom, CCTV/NVR), architectural finishes, and signage.

Contract Details

  • Contract Opportunity Type: Solicitation
  • Department: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE ARMY
  • Term: Five (5) year term with Government termination rights.
  • Lease Type: Full-service lease preferred (includes utilities and janitorial).
  • Set-Aside: None specified.
  • Required Forms: U.S. Government Lease for Real Property, GSA Form 3517B (General Clauses), Proposal to Lease Space Worksheet, Construction Specifications Bid Proposal Worksheet.

Evaluation Factors

Proposals will be evaluated based on Cost (40%) and Operational Factors (60%). Cost considerations include rental for a fully-serviced lease, utilities, janitorial, parking, and Lessor build-out contribution. Operational factors include location within delineated area (10%), neighborhood (15%), ease of access to building (10%), location within building (15%), 24-hour access (Pass/Fail), visitor parking (15%), government/POV parking (Pass/Fail), overall appearance (10%), compatibility of adjacent businesses (5%), potential for signs (10%), floor plan/layout (10%), and high-speed internet access (0%). Selection will prioritize the lowest overall cost to the Government, with past performance also considered.

Submission Requirements & Deadline

Interested parties must submit a completed and signed Proposal to Lease Space Worksheet, along with a contractor's bid for the required build-out. All required documents listed in section 5.c of the worksheet must be included. Proposals must be received via email by William Felder (william.c.felder@usace.army.mil) no later than 11:59 PM, Monday, April 13, 2026.

Important Notes

All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) prior to award. The SAM.gov registration process, including the notarized letter requirement, can take several weeks, so immediate registration is highly encouraged to avoid delays.

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