24-10-336 SCC Spokane Valley - Market Search.docx

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The State of Washington, acting through the Department of Enterprise Services (DES), and on behalf of the agency referenced below, is seeking to lease space as defined in this document.

Project Information

DES Real Estate Services (RES) Contact Information

P.O. Box 41468 Olympia, Washington 98504-1468

Geographical Areas of Consideration:

Properties for consideration should be located within the area described in Appendix F.

Attachments: Appendix A Leased Space Requirements Appendix B New Space Addendum Appendix C Space Allocation (attached separately) Appendix D Definitions Appendix E Lease Standard Appendix F Area of Consideration (attached separately)

General Considerations

a. Space should meet the RES definition of “Existing Space.” See Appendix D, “Definitions” for RES definition of “Existing Space,” “Space Under Construction,” or “Planned Space.”

b. Desired parking: Minimum requirement is code parking. Proposals that include up to 25 stalls may be advantageous to the Agency. Proposals that include free parking may be advantageous to the Agency.

c. Lease will be written on the State of Washington’s approved lease documents. See Appendix E, “Lease Standard.”

d. Prevailing Wage: Proposer and Proposer’s vendors and contractors shall pay Prevailing Wages or applicable Federal Wages to all workers, laborers, or mechanics employed in the performance of any part of the proposed project in accordance with RCW 39.12 and the rules and regulations of the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I). Proposer agrees to comply with the provisions of RCW 39.12 as required under RCW 39.04.260 unless specifically exempted by the L&I. Submit all compliance paperwork directly to L&I, who makes all determinations regarding the applicability of Prevailing Wage. For additional information, visit L&I’s website at http://www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/PrevailingWage/default.asp.

e. Emission reduction initiatives are listed in Executive Order 20-01 State Efficiency and Environmental Performance (SEEP). SEEP directs State Agencies to pursue cost effective opportunities to reduce building energy use. Agencies will consider a facility with a documented or calculated low Energy Use Intensity score (EUI) to be advantageous. Building shell construction, air sealing, insulation, electrical and lighting systems, and HVAC systems in State leased facilities are required to meet or exceed the Washington State Energy Code. The State encourages building elements and systems that exceed code minimums set forth in the Washington State Energy Code, referenced in Chapter 4 Commercial Energy Efficiency, and Chapter 5 Existing Buildings, these systems and elements must be supported by documented energy savings.

Location Characteristics:

a. Proposed facilities should be in an appropriately zoned area.

b. Preference may be given to locations that are in close proximity to existing public transportation route or routes. Public transportation should have extended hourly service up to 10 pm.

c. Facilities located outside of the 100-year flood plain (as defined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) may be advantageous to the agency.

d. Proposed facilities must be in areas with sufficient infrastructure in place to support the agency operational needs. See building characteristics below.

e. Proposed location should be in the Spokane Valley between the streets of Argonne & Sullivan and Trent and 16th.

Building Characteristics:

a. Please refer to Appendix A, “Leased Space Requirements” for general performance requirements and specifications and Appendix B, “New Space Addendum” for specific site, building, and minimum tenant fit-up requirements.

b. A facility with a single floor plate and on the ground floor of a building may be advantageous to the agency.

c. An effective, efficient and welcoming customer lobby or reception area while also providing a clear delineation between public and staff areas.

d. Facility must be able to accommodate four classrooms and have capacity for 25 students in each classroom.

e. Facility must be able to accommodate a computer lab with sufficient IT and HVAC resources for 25 students.

f. Facility should possess an adequate space for: a common room, a break room, and office spaces for up to three shared workspaces with associated office needs.

g. Preference may be given to a facility that has a dedicated IT space with centralized phone and data and a secured data closet.

h. Separate restrooms for customers and AGENCY staff may be advantageous to the AGENCY.

i. Please refer to Appendix C, “Space Allocation” for specific program requirements. The program and layout will be adapted to the selected facility during the design process.

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