USDA Follett, TX 57-48295-26-NR
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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the FARM PRODUCTION AND CONSERVATION BUSINESS CENTER, is seeking Expressions of Interest for the lease of office and related space in Follett, Texas. This presolicitation aims to identify suitable properties for a long-term lease. Expressions of Interest are due by April 11, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The USDA requires a fully serviced office space ranging from 2,980 to 3,200 ABOA square feet (maximum 3,562 RSF) within the City Limits of Follett, TX. The lease will have a 20-year full term with a 10-year firm term, and 120-day termination rights. Key requirements include:
- Parking: 2 reserved government vehicle spaces, 11 non-reserved spaces, plus pull-through parking for trucks with cattle trailers.
- Secured Area: 1,000 square feet of secured parking for government vehicles, trailers, and a shipping container (to be provided by the awardee).
- Standards: Offered space must meet government requirements for fire safety, accessibility (ABAAS), seismic, and sustainability standards. It must not be located in a 1-percent-annual chance flood plain.
- Telecommunications: Offerors must be familiar with Section 889 of the FY19 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit Expressions of Interest by April 11, 2026, to Larry Vega (larry.vega@usda.gov). Submissions must include:
- Building name, address, and location of available space (for existing buildings) or site/aerial plans with parcel numbers (for new construction).
- Rentable and ABOA square footage.
- Date of space availability.
- Owner authorization letter if the offeror is not the owner.
- Details on available parking.
- Photos of the space/site or permission for market survey photography.
- Information on building systems, roof, foundation, and current floor plan (for existing buildings), or a recent commercial inspection/appraisal.
- Confirmation of meeting ABAAS, Seismic Safety, Fire Protection & Life Safety, and NEPA (for new construction/expansion) requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings - X1AA)
- Lease Term: 20 years (full), 10 years (firm)
- Expressions of Interest Due: April 11, 2026, 10:00 PM ET
- Estimated Market Survey: April 13, 2026
- Estimated Occupancy: May 1, 2027
- Set-Aside: None specified.
Additional Notes
Entities not currently registered in SAM.gov are advised to begin the registration process promptly. Submissions without proper owner authorization will not be considered until documentation is received. Agents representing multiple entities must provide written permission from each party.