The USDA U.S Department of Agriculture Seeks Office Space in St. Cloud, FL
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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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting proposals for a 20-year lease of office space in St. Cloud, Florida. This Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) seeks approximately 4,237 to 4,534 ABOA square feet of contiguous space, with a 10-year firm term. The lease will be fully serviced and turnkey, covering tenant improvements, operating costs, and real estate taxes. Proposals are due by May 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
The USDA requires modern, quality office space in St. Cloud, FL, to support its operations. The facility must meet specific requirements including:
- Space Size: Minimum 4,237 ABOA SF, Maximum 4,534 ABOA SF (not to exceed 4,537 RSF).
- Building Quality: Modern construction, acceptable facade, and modern conveniences.
- Parking: 9 reserved surface/outside spaces with signage, plus 25 non-marked spaces.
- Environmental: No known hazardous conditions; Phase I ESA required, with potential for Phase II ESA and remediation at the Offeror's expense.
- Accessibility: Must comply with Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standard (ABAAS).
- Safety: Must meet fire protection and life safety requirements for means of egress, automatic fire sprinkler systems, and fire alarm systems.
- Asbestos: Space must be free of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) or have undamaged, nonfriable ACM.
- Security: Facility Security Level I requirements apply.
- Telecommunications: Specific requirements for wiring, cabling, and data distribution.
- Signage: Must comply with the USDA Facility Signage Guide.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Fully serviced, turnkey lease. Rent includes Tenant Improvements (TIs), operating costs, real estate taxes, and security upgrades.
- Lease Term: 20 Years, with a 10-Year Firm term. The Government retains termination rights.
- Tenant Improvements: Offerors must base TI pricing on the Agency Specific Requirements (ASR) package. Turnkey pricing with Design Intent Drawings (DIDs) is required prior to award.
- NAICS Code: 531120 (Lessors of Other Real Estate Property).
Set-Aside & Eligibility
No specific set-aside is designated for this opportunity; however, HUBZone Small Business Concerns will receive a price evaluation preference. Offerors must have an active SAM registration prior to the Lease Award Date.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: May 29, 2026, by 5:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Lease proposals must be transmitted as an attachment to an email to the designated contacts.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose proposal conforms to RLP requirements and is the lowest priced technically acceptable offer.
- Key Deadlines: Design Intent Drawings (DIDs) are required prior to Lease Award.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Theresa M. Black (theresa.black@usda.gov, 919-376-8839).