X1AA--HAWAII - HILO VET CENTER - RELOCATION
Overview
Buyer
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through its RPO WEST office, is soliciting proposals for a lease of office space for the Hilo Vet Center in Hilo, Hawaii. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks approximately 3,844 ABOA square feet (not exceeding 5,189 rentable square feet) of contiguous space. The solicitation has been extended, with proposals now due by May 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM HST (21:00:00Z).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a modern, sound, and substantial building within a defined Area of Consideration in Hilo, HI. The lease term is 20 years, with a 10-year firm period. The space must accommodate specific clinical and administrative needs, including staff offices, group rooms, waiting areas, and support spaces, with detailed requirements for finishes, sound isolation (STC 45), and security (Facility Security Level II). The Lessor will be responsible for providing fully serviced space, including utilities, janitorial services, basic cable, guest Wi-Fi, and security system monitoring. Specific requirements include 20 surface parking spaces, potential antenna space, and compliance with seismic safety (Moderate Seismicity standards), accessibility, fire protection, and energy efficiency standards.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Lease Agreement
- Lease Term: 20 Years, 10 Years Firm (Government termination rights after Firm Term with 180 days' notice)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 531120 (Exception)
- Tenant Improvement (TI) Allowance: $182.00 per ABOA SF
- Key Clauses: General Clauses (EXHIBIT E_3517B General Clauses, April 2026) outline comprehensive contractual terms, including performance, payment, conduct, audit, labor standards, small business, and cybersecurity requirements. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals are due by May 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM HST (21:00:00Z). Submission details are outlined in the Request for Lease Proposals (RLP). Evaluation will be based on a Best Value Tradeoff, where technical factors (Facility, Site, Past Performance, Experience) are significantly more important than price. Offerors must submit proposals on prescribed Government forms, including GSA Form 1364 (EXHIBIT F) and GSA Form 1217 (EXHIBIT G) for cost statements, and provide seismic compliance documentation (EXHIBIT H).
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Dominic Mabine, LEASE CONTRACTING OFFICER, Dominic.Mabine@va.gov
- Secondary Contact: Garry Alexander, Garry.Alexander@va.gov