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

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation by deleting the existing 'EXHIBIT G 3517B GENERAL CLAUSES (REV 12/23)' in its entirety and replacing it with the following: 'EXHIBIT G 3517B GENERAL CLAUSES (REV 04/26)'.

• EXHIBIT G 3517B GENERAL CLAUSES (REV 12/23) is deleted.
• EXHIBIT G 3517B GENERAL CLAUSES (REV 04/26) is added.

This amendment does not change the due date for offers. Offerors are reminded to acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) is issued by the USDA for lease space in Whiteville, North Carolina. The RLP outlines the instructions and requirements for proposals for a lease, and the Government will evaluate conforming proposals to select an Offeror for award.

• Minimum of 3,769 to a maximum of 3,958 ANSI/BOMA Office Area (ABOA) square feet, yielding no more than 4,523 Rentable Square Feet (RSF).

• Space must be located in a modern, sound, and substantial building.

• Requires 0 structured/inside parking spaces and 3 surface/outside parking spaces for exclusive Government use, plus 24 additional non-reserved spaces within a quarter-mile.

• Potential requirement for roof space for antenna installation.

• Government may provide vending machines.

• Lease term: 15 Years, 5 Years Firm, with Government termination rights effective after the Firm Term with 120 days' notice.

• Lease Term Commencement Date: On or about January 01, 2023, or upon acceptance of the Space, whichever is later.

• Contract type: Fully serviced, turnkey lease.

• Estimated value: Not explicitly stated, but pricing is based on ABOA SF and RSF.

• Offers are due by 06/13/2022 at 17:00 EST.

• Proposals must conform to RLP requirements.

• Evaluation will be in accordance with the Method of Award set forth in the RLP.

• Award will be based on the lowest priced technically acceptable offer.

• Key deadlines: Offers due 06/13/2022.

• HUBZone Small Business Concern Additional Performance Requirements are detailed.

• The RLP includes numerous exhibits and attachments detailing specific requirements, including Agency Specific Requirements (Exhibit B), Wiring and Cabling Guidelines (Exhibit C), Facility Signage Guide (Exhibit D), Security Requirements (Exhibit E), Solicitation Provisions (Exhibit F), General Clauses (Exhibit G), Lease Proposal Data (Exhibit H), Lessor's Annual Cost Statement (Exhibit I), Fire Protection and Life Safety Evaluation (Exhibit J), Tenant Improvements Cost Summary (Exhibit K), Seismic Offer Forms (Exhibit L), Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determinations (Exhibit M), and Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Exhibit N).

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides maps and delineations related to the Columbus County, Whiteville, NC opportunity. It includes a map showing the "Delineated Area" within the city limits of Whiteville, NC, and a broader map of Columbus County showing various townships and cities. A third map shows the location of Columbus County within the state of North Carolina.

• Map of Whiteville, NC, highlighting the "Delineated Area."
• Map of Columbus County, NC, with townships and cities labeled.
• Map of North Carolina, indicating the location of Columbus County.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the geographic scope and specific area of operations relevant to the opportunity. It helps in assessing logistical requirements, potential service areas, and the overall context of the procurement.