X1DB--Vet Center Replacement Lease in Manchester, NH
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting a Sources Sought for a Vet Center Replacement Lease in Manchester, NH. This market research aims to identify potential sources and suitable locations for approximately 5,459 ABOA square feet of medical/clinical office space. The VA is particularly interested in responses from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), and other capable open market sources. Expressions of Interest are due by April 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Opportunity Details
The VA seeks to lease approximately 5,459 ABOA SF (not to exceed 6,099 rentable SF) of medical/clinical space, requiring 25 dedicated parking spaces. The lease term is 20 years, comprising a 5-year firm term and a 15-year soft term. A fully serviced lease is preferred. The property must be located within the delineated area of Manchester, NH, with specific boundaries: North: College Park Drive and Route 3; South: I-93; East: Route 101 and Route 93; West: I-93 and Queen City Avenue.
Space Requirements
The proposed space must be on one contiguous floor, not below ground, and feature automatic entrance doors. It must be ADA compliant, meet VA Barrier Free Design Standards, Physical Security Design Manual, and Department of Justice recommendations. The building needs metro-ethernet data and voice communication circuits. Crucially, the property must not be in a 100-year floodplain and must be zoned for VA's intended use. Locations near incompatible uses (e.g., correctional facilities, industrial areas, gun stores, liquor stores, methadone clinics) or within buildings containing living quarters will not be considered.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This is a market research notice under NAICS Code 531120 (Lessors of non-residential buildings, $47 million size standard). The VA will use responses to determine if the acquisition should be set-aside for SDVOSB or VOSB concerns. SDVOSB and VOSB firms must be registered in VA's Vendor Information Pages (VIP). All interested businesses are encouraged to respond for market research purposes.
Submission Requirements
Respondents must submit detailed information including company details, evidence of ownership or authority to submit, a map confirming location within the delineated area, FEMA map, building specifications (age, GSF, floor plan), proposed rent costs, parking details, and utility availability. SDVOSB/VOSB/Small Businesses are invited to submit a Capabilities Statement including:
- Company information and SAM.gov registration.
- VIP registration (for SDVOSB/VOSB).
- Evidence of at least three similar projects completed in the past five years (3-page limit).
- Proof of bonding capacity ($100,000 bid bond) and financing capability.
Key Dates & Contact
All submissions are due by April 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. Responses should be emailed to Melinda.Sanderson@va.gov with the subject line "Sources Sought 36C24126Q0333". This is a request for information only and not a solicitation for offers.