U.S. Government Seeks Retail and Related Space for Armed Forces Recruiting Office
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 US Army Corps of Engineers is conducting market research to identify suitable retail and related space for an Armed Forces Recruiting Office in the Houston, Texas area (zip code 77048). They are seeking approximately 3,200 gross/rentable square feet of existing Class A or B retail space. Expressions of interest are due by February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The ideal space should meet specific criteria:
- Compliance with all federal, state, and local ordinances.
- Adherence to Department of Defense's Unified Facility Criteria for force protection standards.
- Availability of either designated or open parking.
- An initial five-year lease is intended.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Duration: Initial five-year lease anticipated
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 20, 2026
- Published: January 20, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit expressions of interest including:
- Building name and address
- As-built floor plan drawing
- Digital photo of the street view of the property
- Area (BOMA rentable square feet & BOMA usable square feet)
- Rental rate per square foot rentable space
- Common area factor(s) for available space, if applicable
Additional Notes
This is a request for information only and does not constitute a solicitation for offers. Contact Jeff Veselka at jeffery.d.veselka@usace.army.mil for submissions or inquiries.