USDA seeks office and related space in Zanesville, OH

SOL #: 57-39119-27-FAPre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture
Farm Production And Conservation Business Center
FPAC BUS CNTR-MGMT SVS DIV
WASHINGTON, DC, 20250, United States

Place of Performance

Zanesville, OH

NAICS

Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses) (531120)

PSC

Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings (X1AA)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Jun 16, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jul 16, 2026, 8:30 PM

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) is seeking Expressions of Interest for the lease of general-purpose office and related space in Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio. This presolicitation aims to identify suitable properties for a long-term lease. Expressions of Interest are due by 4:30 PM ET on Thursday, July 16, 2026.

Purpose & Scope

The USDA requires 3,967 to 4,166 ABOA square feet (not to exceed 4,790 RSF) for office and related functions. The lease term will be up to 20 years, with a firm term of 10 years. The space must be within a precisely delineated area in Zanesville, OH, as detailed in the solicitation and accompanying map.

Space & Facility Requirements

  • Size: 3,967-4,166 ABOA SF (min/max); 4,790 RSF (not to exceed).
  • Term: Up to 20 years (full), 10 years (firm).
  • Parking: Requires 5 reserved for GOVs, 14 reserved for producers/visitors (including 2 for farm vehicles), and 14 non-reserved for employees. All reserved parking must be within 300 feet of the public entrance, and non-reserved within 0.25 walkable miles. Parking lots must have pull-through capabilities.
  • Tenant Improvements: Turnkey with post-award design.
  • Environment: Professional office setting, modern design, not within 300 feet of residential areas, no living quarters in the building, and not adjacent to businesses selling alcohol/firearms or drug treatment facilities. Subleases are not acceptable.
  • Accessibility & Safety: First-floor space is preferred, or at least one accessible elevator if above ground. The government requires 24/7 access. Offered space must meet fire safety, accessibility (ABAAS), seismic, and sustainability standards. A fully serviced lease is required, and the property must not be in the 0.2-percent-annual chance floodplain.
  • Compliance: Offerors must familiarize themselves with telecommunications prohibitions under Section 889 of the FY19 NDAA.

Submission Requirements

Interested parties must submit Expressions of Interest by the deadline, referencing project number 57-39119-27-FA. Submissions must include:

  • Authorization letter from the owner if the offeror is not the owner.
  • Photos of the space or site.
  • For existing buildings: A completed Lease Market Survey Form (MS-2991), building name, legal address, location of available space, layout drawings, and information on building systems.
  • For new construction/land: A completed Land Market Survey Form, site/aerial plans, and parcel numbers.
  • For both: Rentable and ABOA square feet, date of space availability, parking details, and confirmation of compliance with ABAAS, Seismic Safety, Fire Protection, and NEPA requirements (for new construction).

Government Contact

All inquiries and Expressions of Interest should be directed to Shannon Schoening at SHANNON.SCHOENING@USDA.GOV. Offerors are prohibited from negotiating with any other Federal Agency representatives.

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Points of Contact

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Posted: Jun 16, 2026
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