The Government is seeking 40,934 ABOA SF of Office and Related Space in Milwaukee, WI
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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 General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking proposals for a lease of 40,934 to 42,162 ABOA square feet of office and related space in Milwaukee, WI. This opportunity, identified as RLP Number 2WI0201, aims to secure a fully serviced lease for a 15-year term, with a 5-year firm term. Offers are due by April 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for office space within a delineated area of Milwaukee, bounded by W. Juneau Avenue to Milwaukee River to E. Brady Street (North), 794 to E. Clybourn Street (South), Lake Michigan (East), and Interstate 43 (West). Key requirements include:
- Space: 40,934 to 42,162 ABOA SF, contiguous and above-ground. A minimum of 30' (on-center) between structural elements is required for effective space utilization.
- Parking: 55 total parking spaces, including 28 reserved and 27 unreserved surface spaces, with visitor parking preferred within a 1/4 mile walkable distance.
- Lease Term: Fifteen (15) years, with a five (5) year firm term and one 5-year option term.
- Location Criteria: Proximity to public transportation (within 1/2 mile walkable), no location within a 1%-annual-chance floodplain or wetland (unless no alternative), and avoidance of hazardous material sites, specific businesses (e.g., alcohol sales, firearms), or sensitive facilities (e.g., schools, daycares).
- Operational Needs: The leased space must accommodate detainees with discretion, and firearms will be stored and carried by agents 24/7. Government access is 24/7, with normal operations Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Services: A fully serviced lease is required, including janitorial (during business hours), utilities, and tenant alterations as part of the rental consideration.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Fully serviced lease.
- NAICS Code: 531120 (Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings).
- Set-Aside: None specified, but HUBZone price preference may apply.
- Response Due: April 1, 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern.
- Published Date: February 3, 2026.
- Occupancy Date: On or about March 1, 2028.
Evaluation
Award will be based on the lowest priced technically acceptable offer, utilizing a Present Value Price Evaluation. A test fit layout is required with initial offers.
Additional Notes
Offers must be submitted electronically through the GSA Leasing Portal (https://leasing.gsa.gov). Entities not currently registered in SAM.gov are advised to register promptly. Offerors should familiarize themselves with telecommunications prohibitions under Section 889 of the FY19 NDAA. The Tenant Improvement (TI) allowance is $75.66 per ABOA SF, with an anticipated exceedance of approximately $62.89 per ABOA SF. Building Specific Amortized Capital (BSAC) is $12.00 per ABOA SF. Brokerage commission is 4.0% of the Aggregate Lease Value, applied as a Commission Credit against shell rent.
Government Contacts:
- Lease Contracting Officer: Colleen McGuigan (Colleen.McGuigan@gsa.gov, 773-707-3182)
- Broker: Matt Bartlett (Matthew.Bartlett@gsa.gov, 301-437-9556)