U.S. Department of Agriculture Seeks to Lease Office and Related Space in Delaware, OH
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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking Expressions of Interest for a Presolicitation to lease office and related space in Delaware, OH. This opportunity requires 4,220-4,431 ABOA SF (up to 5,064 RSF) within a specifically delineated area. The lease term can be up to 20 years, with a 5-year firm term. Expressions of Interest are due by April 24, 2026, at 6:30 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The USDA requires office space in Delaware, OH, with specific location and space parameters. The delineated area boundaries are precisely defined (North, East, South, West) and detailed in the attached "Delaware Revised Delineated Area Map.pdf". Space Requirements:
- Minimum ABOA SF: 4,220
- Maximum ABOA SF: 4,431
- Maximum RSF: 5,064
- Type: Office space Parking Requirements:
- 6 reserved for Government vehicles
- 25 reserved for Visitors (one large vehicle/semi-truck space)
- 20 unreserved for Employees
- Parking must be on-site or within 1/4 walkable mile, with pull-through capabilities. The lease will be fully serviced, including janitorial services and utilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Lease)
- Term: Up to 20 years (240 months) full term, with a 5-year (60 months) firm term.
- Termination Rights: 120 days
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Expressions of Interest Due: April 24, 2026, 6:30 PM EDT
- Estimated Occupancy: Early 2027
- Published Date: April 9, 2026 (latest update)
Key Requirements for Offered Space
The space must be compatible with government use, not contain living quarters, and not be located near establishments primarily selling alcoholic beverages, firearms, or drug treatment/detention facilities. Subleases are not acceptable, and first-floor contiguous space is required. The Government needs 24/7 access. Offered space must meet fire safety, accessibility (ABAAS), seismic, and sustainability standards. It must also not be in the 1 percent-annual chance (100-year) flood plain. Entities must comply with telecommunications prohibitions under Section 889 of the FY19 NDAA.
Submission Requirements
Expressions of Interest must include:
- Building owner and offeror contact information (name, company, address, email, phone).
- Authorization letter if offeror is not the owner.
- Building name, address, location of space, site/lot plans, interior layouts (with dimensions) for existing buildings.
- Site/aerial plans, parcel numbers, ingress/egress for new construction.
- RSF and ABOA SF offered.
- Date of space availability.
- Amount/type of on-site parking.
- Photos or permission to photograph.
- Condition of building systems (for existing) or recent inspection/appraisal.
- Confirmation of meeting ABAAS, Seismic Safety, Fire Protection & Life Safety, and NEPA (for new construction/expansion) requirements. SAM.gov registration is required to propose in response to a future solicitation.
Contact Information
Lease Contracting Officer: Heather Schmitt Email: Heather.Schmitt@usda.gov