U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeks Office space in Barnwell, SC

Amendment / Modification

This amendment, Amendment Number 6, replaces the existing 'EXHIBIT G 3517B GENERAL CLAUSES (REV 12/23)' in its entirety 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 date by which offers are due, unless a date and time is inserted below. Bidders are reminded that if they wish to change their offer due to this amendment, the change must reference this amendment and be received prior to the due date.

Amendment / Modification

• The due date for responding to the RLP (Request for Lease Proposal) has been extended.

• The due date for offers has been changed.

• The proposal deadline has been extended to 7/20/2024 at 4:00 PM.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment reposts the RLP (Request for Lease Proposal) for an additional 30 days to accommodate new requirements.

Specifically, it includes:

• An increase in square footage to 4166 RSF.

• A change in requirements for the ASR Room.

• The square footage requirement has been updated.

• The ASR Room requirements have been modified.

• The RLP is being reposted for 30 days. While the amendment states "THIS AMENDMENT DOES NOT CHANGE THE DATE BY WHICH OFFERS ARE DUE UNLESS A DATE AND TIME IS INSERTED BELOW," the reposting implies an extension. Offerors should confirm the new due date based on the reposting period.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment reposts the RLP (Request for Lease Proposal) for an additional 30 days to accommodate new requirements.

• The "RLP being reposted for 30 days to accommodate new requirements" is the primary change.

• Specific changes include: "1.01 A increase in Square footage to 4166 RSF" and "ASR Room Needs change".

• The amendment reposts the RLP for 30 days, implying an extension of the submission period. However, the specific due date is not explicitly changed in the text provided, but the reposting suggests a new submission window is open.

• Offerors are advised that if they wish to change their offer due to this amendment, the change must reference this amendment and be received by the specified date and time in Block 6 (which is 5/13/2024).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) solicits proposals for a lease of approximately 3,100 to 3,255 ANSI/BOMA Occupant Area (ABOA) square feet, yielding no more than 3,720 rentable square feet (RSF), of contiguous space within Barnwell, SC. The government is seeking a modern, quality building with a sound and substantial construction and an acceptable facade. The lease term will be 10 years firm with government termination rights, and the estimated commencement date is on or about December 31, 2024.

• Space: 3,100-3,255 ABOA SF (max 3,720 RSF) in Barnwell, SC.

• Building Quality: Modern, quality construction with acceptable facade.

• Parking: Includes 2 government-owned vehicle spaces (EVSE charging), 2 customer/visitor spaces, and 22 employee spaces. Employee parking can be within 1/4 mile.

• Utilities/Services: Fully serviced lease, including shell upgrades, tenant improvements, operating costs, real estate taxes, and security.

• Energy Efficiency: Buildings must have an ENERGY STAR® label within one year prior to the due date for final proposal revisions, with specific exceptions outlined.

• Environmental Considerations: No known hazardous conditions; Phase I Environmental Site Assessment required.

• Historic Preservation: Preference given to offers of Space in Historic Properties or Historic Districts.

• Lease Term: 10 Years Firm, with government termination rights.

• Occupancy Date: On or about December 31, 2024, or upon acceptance of the Space, whichever is later.

• Contract Type: Fully serviced, turnkey lease.

• Offers Due: December 31, 2023, by 4:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Email to designated LCO or Realty Specialist.

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated in accordance with the Method of Award, likely based on lowest priced technically acceptable offer, with present value price evaluation.

• NAICS Code: 531120 (Exception).

• Small Business Size Standard: Refer to SBA website.

• Historic Preference: Preference points are available for Historic Properties.

• Offerors must submit Design Intent Drawings (DIDs) prior to lease award.

• All proposals must be submitted electronically via email.

• The lease template is provided for review; Offerors should not attempt to complete it.

• The Government will transcribe the successful Offeror's final offered rent and other price data into the lease template.