U.S. Department of Agriculture Seeks to Lease Office and Related Space in Winston Salem, North Carolina

Quick Summary

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking Expressions of Interest to lease office and related space in Winston Salem, North Carolina. The requirement is for a minimum of 1,914 ABOA square feet and a maximum of 2,009 ABOA square feet, with a 10-year firm term and a 20-year full term. Expressions of Interest are due by January 30, 2026.

Scope of Requirement

The USDA requires office space within the city limits of Winston Salem, NC. Key specifications include:

• Space Size: Minimum 1,914 ABOA sq ft, Maximum 2,009 ABOA sq ft (2,297 RSF).
• Parking: 1 reserved Government vehicle, 2 reserved visitor/customer, and 4 non-reserved employee parking spaces (on-site or within 300 ft). Pull-through parking for 2 farm-type trucks with trailers is also required.
• Location Criteria: Must be in a professional office environment, not within 300 feet of residential areas, and not adjacent to businesses selling alcohol or firearms, or drug treatment/detention facilities. No living quarters within the building. Not located in a 1-percent annual change floodplain.
• Accessibility & Safety: Space must meet Government requirements for fire safety, accessibility (ABAAS), seismic, and sustainability standards. First-floor space is preferred; if above ground, at least one accessible elevator is required.
• Access: Government requires 24-hour, 7-day-a-week access.
• Lease Type: A fully serviced lease is required. Sub-leases are not acceptable.
• Telecommunications: Entities must familiarize themselves with Section 889 of the FY19 NDAA regarding telecommunications prohibitions.

Contract & Timeline

• Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Lease/Rental of Office Buildings - X1AA)
• Term: 10-year firm, 20-year full.
• Set-Aside: None specified.
• Expressions of Interest Due: January 30, 2026, 4:30 PM EST
• Estimated Market Survey: February 15, 2026
• Estimated Occupancy: August 2026
• Published Date: December 31, 2025

Submission Requirements

Expressions of Interest must include:

• Building name, address, location of space, site/lot plans, interior layouts (with dimensions).
• RSF and ABOA square feet offered.
• Date of space availability.
• Owner authorization letter if the offeror is not the owner.
• Amount/type of on-site parking.
• Photos or permission for market survey photography.
• For existing buildings: condition of systems, roof, foundation, current floor plan, or recent inspection/appraisal.
• Confirmation of meeting ABAAS, Seismic Safety, Fire Protection & Life Safety, and NEPA (for new construction/expansion) requirements.
• Note: Entities not registered in SAM.gov are advised to start the registration process.

Relevant Documents

A map titled "1e NC Winston Salem DA Map.pdf" is provided, showing the Winston-Salem area with a red pin indicating a specific location. Bidders should review this map for geographic context relevant to the opportunity.

Contact Information

• Primary: Antonio Rodriguez, Lease Contracting Officer, antonio.rodriguez@usda.gov, 202-720-3646
• CC: Sharon Sullins, Lease Contracting Officer, sharon.sullins@usda.gov