VA Seeking Leased Space for Vet Center – Savannah, GA
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking proposals for a fully serviced, turnkey lease of existing office space in Savannah, GA, for a Vet Center. The requirement is for a minimum of 4,172 ABOA SF and up to 5,042 ABOA SF, with a maximum of 5,389 RSF. Only existing buildings that can be built out to meet VA requirements will be considered; new construction is not accepted. Proposals are due by April 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires contiguous office space in Savannah, GA. Key requirements include:
- Space: 4,172 to 5,042 ABOA SF (max 5,389 RSF).
- Building: Modern, quality construction, sound, substantial, in good condition, with modern conveniences.
- Parking: 30 surface/outside spaces required; no structured/inside spaces.
- Antenna Space: Potential requirement for roof space for antenna installation.
- Vending: Offeror must provide utilities and make alterations for government-provided vending machines.
- Environmental: Must be free of known hazardous conditions and comply with National Historic Preservation Act requirements.
- Energy Efficiency: Buildings generally require an ENERGY STAR® label, with specific exceptions and improvement requirements.
- Accessibility: Building, space, and serving areas must meet accessibility standards.
- Fire Protection & Life Safety: Must meet requirements for Means of Egress, Automatic Fire Sprinkler System, and Fire Alarm System.
- Asbestos: Space must be free of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) or have undamaged, nonfriable ACM.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Fully serviced, turnkey lease.
- Lease Term: 20 Years (5 Years Firm, 15 Years Soft) with Government termination rights after the firm term.
- Occupancy Date: To be determined upon receipt of occupancy permit and acceptance of space.
- Submission Deadline: April 23, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
- Published Date: April 2, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsive and responsible Offeror whose proposal is most advantageous to the Government. Evaluation considers price and technical/quality (non-price) factors. Technical factors (Location/Site Plan, Building Design Concept, Lessor Capability/Qualifications, Project Management for Design/Build-Out, Project Management for Lease Admin/Operations) are approximately equal in importance and, combined, are equally important as Past Performance. Price is the final consideration.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 531120 (Exception).
- Set-Aside: No specific set-aside is designated for this opportunity, but information on the small business size standard is available via the SBA website.
Additional Notes
All questions must be submitted in writing to Rachael Hallock at Rachael.Hallock@va.gov by April 9, 2026, 10:00 AM EST. An amendment will be posted on SAM.gov with VA responses. Offerors must examine the lease template and all included RLP documents. Electronic submission via email is required; no paper submissions will be accepted. Key contacts are Tammy Buckwalter (Lease LCS) and Rachael Hallock (Lease LCO).