US GOVERNMENT SEEKS SOURCES FOR LEASED RETAIL AND RELATED SPACE, HARLINGEN, TX

Quick Summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential sources for leasing approximately 4,698 gross square feet of existing Class A or B retail space in Harlingen, TX (zip code 78552). This is for an initial five-year lease, with space required by September 1, 2026. Responses are due September 20, 2026.

Scope of Work

USACE requires retail space that meets specific criteria:

• Approximately 4,698 gross square feet.
• Existing Class A or B retail space.
• Located in Harlingen, TX, specifically zip code 78552.
• Compliance with all federal, state, and local ordinances.
• Adherence to Department of Defense's Unified Facility Criteria (UFC) for force protection standards.
• Outfitted with either designated or open parking.
• Space must be ready for occupancy by September 1, 2026.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
• Duration: Initial five-year lease intended.
• Set-Aside: Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
• Response Due: September 20, 2026
• Published: March 25, 2026

Submission Requirements

Expressions of interest should include:

• Building name and address
• Floor plan drawing
• Digital photo of street view of 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 not a solicitation for offers. Interested parties may contact William Johnston at william.b.Johnston@usace.army.mil.