Exhibit M 36C25524L0004 Warehouse Lease PB DRAFT.pdf

In Witness Whereof, the parties to this Lease evidence their agreement to all terms and conditions set forth herein by their signatures below, to be effective as of the date of delivery of the fully executed Lease to the Lessor.

FOR THE LESSOR:

Name: ____________________________________________

Title: ____________________________________________

Entity: ____________________________________________

Date: ____________________________________________

FOR THE GOVERNMENT:

Title: Lease Contracting Officer

General Services Administration, Public Buildings Service

WITNESSED FOR THE LESSOR BY:

Title: ____________________________________________

The information collection requirements contained in this Solicitation/Contract, that are not required by regulation, have been approved by the Office of Management and Budget pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act and assigned the OMB Control No. 3090-0163.

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Warehouse Lease

A. This Lease is made and entered into between

(Lessor), whose principal place of business is ________, and whose interest in the Property described herein is that of Fee Owner, and

The United States of America

(Government), acting by and through the designated representative of the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), upon the terms and conditions set forth herein.

B. Witnesseth: The parties hereto, for the consideration hereinafter mentioned, covenant and agree as follows:

Lessor hereby leases to the Government the Premises described herein, being all or a portion of the Property located at address and more fully described in this lease herein with rights to the use of parking and other areas as set forth herein, to be used for such purposes as determined by the VA.

C. LEASE TERM

To Have and To Hold the said Premises with its appurtenances for the term beginning upon acceptance of the Premises as required by this Lease and continuing for a period of

20 Years, 10 Years Firm, subject to termination and renewal rights as may be hereinafter set forth. The commencement date of this Lease, along with any applicable termination and renewal rights, shall be more specifically set forth in a Lease Amendment upon substantial completion and acceptance of the Space by the Government.

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SECTION 1 THE PREMISES, RENT, AND OTHER TERMS

1.01 THE PREMISES (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

1.02 EXPRESS APPURTENANT RIGHTS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

1.03 TRUCK TURNING RADIUS REQUIREMENTS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.04 CLEAR CEILING HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

1.05 BAY WIDTH, BAY DEPTH, AND COLUMN SPACING REQUIREMENTS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

1.06 RENT AND OTHER CONSIDERATION (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

1.07 BROKER COMMISSION AND COMMISSION CREDIT (OCT 2016) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.08 TERMINATION RIGHTS (OCT 2016)

1.09 RENEWAL RIGHTS (OCT 2016) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.10 DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED IN THE LEASE (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

1.11 TENANT IMPROVEMENT ALLOWANCE (AUG 2011) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.12 TENANT IMPROVEMENT RENTAL ADJUSTMENT (OCT 2016) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.13 TENANT IMPROVEMENT AND BSAC FEE (OCT 2022)

1.14 BUILDING SPECIFIC AMORTIZED CAPITAL (SEP 2012)

1.15 BUILDING SPECIFIC AMORTIZED CAPITAL RENTAL ADJUSTMENT (SEP 2013) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.16 PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY FOR TAX ADJUSTMENT (OCT 2021) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.17 REAL ESTATE TAX BASE (SEP 2013)

1.18 OPERATING COST BASE (OCT 2016)

1.19 RATE FOR ADJUSTMENT FOR VACANT LEASED PREMISES (SEP 2013) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.20 HOURLY OVERTIME HVAC RATES (OCT 2016)

1.21 ADJUSTMENT FOR REDUCED SERVICES (OCT 2018)

1.22 BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS (MAR 2016)

1.23 HUBZONE SMALL BUSINESS CONCERNS ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS (MAR 2012)

1.24 LESSOR’S UNIQUE ENTITY IDENTIFIER (OCT 2022)

SECTION 2 GENERAL TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND STANDARDS

2.01 DEFINITIONS AND GENERAL TERMS (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

2.02 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES (OCT 2016)

2.03 ALTERATIONS REQUESTED BY THE GOVERNMENT (OCT 2022)

2.04 WAIVER OF RESTORATION (OCT 2021)

2.05 PAYMENT OF BROKER (OCT 2021) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

2.06 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP/NOVATION (OCT 2021)

2.07 REAL ESTATE TAX ADJUSTMENT (JUN 2012)

2.08 GSAR 552.270-16 ADJUSTMENT FOR VACANT PREMISES (DEVIATION) (SEP 2022)

2.09 OPERATING COSTS ADJUSTMENT (JUN 2012)

2.10 ADDITIONAL POST-AWARD FINANCIAL AND TECHNICAL DELIVERABLES (JUN 2012)

2.11 RELOCATION ASSISTANCE ACT (APR 2011)

SECTION 3 CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS AND SHELL COMPONENTS

3.01 LABOR STANDARDS (OCT 2022)

3.02 WORK PERFORMANCE (JUN 2012)

3.03 EXISTING FIT-OUT, SALVAGED, OR REUSED BUILDING MATERIAL (OCT 2019)

3.04 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT (OCT 2021)

3.05 WOOD PRODUCTS (OCT 2019)

3.06 ADHESIVES AND SEALANTS (OCT 2022)

3.07 BUILDING SHELL REQUIREMENTS (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2016)

3.08 RESPONSIBILITY OF THE LESSOR AND LESSOR’S ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (OCT 2022)

3.09 QUALITY AND APPEARANCE OF BUILDING (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

3.10 VESTIBULES (OCT 2020) 14

3.11 MEANS OF EGRESS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2015)

3.12 AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

3.13 FIRE ALARM SYSTEM (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

3.14 ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY ACT (MAR 2016)

3.15 ELEVATORS (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2020) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

3.16 FLAGPOLE (SEP 2013) 15

3.17 DEMOLITION (JUN 2012) 15

3.18 ACCESSIBILITY (FEB 2007) 15

3.19 EXTERIOR AND COMMON AREA DOORS AND HARDWARE (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

3.20 DOORS: IDENTIFICATION (APR 2011)

3.21 WINDOWS (OCT 2020) 16

3.22 PARTITIONS: GENERAL (OCT 2022)

3.23 PARTITIONS: PERMANENT (OCT 2022)

3.24 INSULATION: THERMAL, ACOUSTIC, AND HVAC (OCT 2022)

3.25 WALL FINISHES—SHELL (SEP 2015)

3.26 PAINTING—SHELL (OCT 2022)

3.27 FLOORS AND FLOOR LOAD—SHELL (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2019)

3.28 FLOOR COVERING AND PERIMETERS—SHELL (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

3.29 MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING: GENERAL (APR 2011)

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3.30 BUILDING SYSTEMS (APR 2011)

3.31 ELECTRICAL—SHELL (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

3.32 ADDITIONAL ELECTRICAL CONTROLS (JUN 2012)

3.33 PLUMBING (JUN 2012) 19

3.34 DRINKING FOUNTAINS (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2018)

3.35 RESTROOMS (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

3.36 PLUMBING FIXTURES: WATER CONSERVATION (OCT 2022)

3.37 JANITOR CLOSETS (SEP 2015)

3.38 HEATING AND VENTILATION—SHELL (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

3.39 TELECOMMUNICATIONS: DISTRIBUTION AND EQUIPMENT (SEP 2000)

3.40 TELECOMMUNICATIONS: LOCAL EXCHANGE ACCESS (JUN 2012)

3.41 LIGHTING: INTERIOR AND PARKING—SHELL (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

3.42 ACOUSTICAL REQUIREMENTS (OCT 2022)

3.43 ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION (SEP 2010)

3.44 SECURITY FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION (OCT 2022)

3.45 SEISMIC SAFETY FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION (OCT 2020)

3.46 FIRE PROTECTION FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2015)

3.47 INDOOR AIR QUALITY DURING CONSTRUCTION (OCT 2021)

3.48 SYSTEMS COMMISSIONING (OCT 2021)

3.49 LOADING DOCKS—SHELL (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

3.50 EMERGENCY POWER TO CRITICAL SYSTEMS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

3.51 MECHANICAL AREAS AND BUILDING ROOFS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

3.52 DUE DILIGENCE AND NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT REQUIREMENTS – LEASE (SEP 2014)

3.53 NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACT REQUIREMENTS - LEASE (SEP 2014)

3.54 GREEN BUILDING RATING CERTIFICATION FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

SECTION 4 DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, AND POST AWARD ACTIVITIES

4.01 SCHEDULE FOR COMPLETION OF SPACE (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

4.02 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS (OCT 2022)

4.03 TENANT IMPROVEMENTS PRICE PROPOSAL (OCT 2022) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

4.04 BUILDING SPECIFIC AMORTIZED CAPITAL (BSAC) PRICE PROPOSAL (OCT 2022) INTENTIONALLY

DELETED 27

4.05 GREEN LEASE SUBMITTALS (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

4.06 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE AND INITIAL CONSTRUCTION MEETING (OCT 2022)

4.07 PROGRESS REPORTS (OCT 2020)

4.08 ACCESS BY THE GOVERNMENT PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE (OCT 2022)

4.09 CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONS (SEP 2015)

4.10 ACCEPTANCE OF SPACE AND CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY (OCT 2021)

4.11 LEASE TERM COMMENCEMENT DATE AND RENT RECONCILIATION (OCT 2021)

4.12 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS (OCT 2021)

4.13 GSAR 552.270-15 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES (DEVIATION) (OCT 2022) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

4.14 SEISMIC RETROFIT (SEP 2013)

4.15 LESSOR’S PROJECT MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

4.16 GOVERNMENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (OCT 2022)

SECTION 5 TENANT IMPROVEMENT COMPONENTS

5.01 TENANT IMPROVEMENT REQUIREMENTS (OCT 2016)

5.02 FINISH SELECTIONS (SEP 2015)

5.03 WINDOW COVERINGS (WAREHOUSE) (JUN 2012)

5.04 DOORS: SUITE ENTRY (OCT 2022)

5.05 DOORS: INTERIOR (OCT 2022)

5.06 DOORS: HARDWARE (SEP 2013)

5.07 DOORS: IDENTIFICATION (JUN 2012)

5.08 PARTITIONS: SUBDIVIDING (OCT 2022)

5.09 CEILINGS—TI (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

5.10 WALL FINISHES (OCT 2019)

5.11 PAINTING—TI (OCT 2022) 32

5.12 FLOOR COVERINGS AND PERIMETERS—TI (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

5.13 HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING—TI (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

5.14 ELECTRICAL: DISTRIBUTION—TI (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

5.15 TELECOMMUNICATIONS: DISTRIBUTION AND EQUIPMENT (JUN 2012)

5.16 TELECOMMUNICATIONS: LOCAL EXCHANGE ACCESS (AUG 2008)

5.17 DATA DISTRIBUTION (OCT 2020)

5.18 ELECTRICAL, TELEPHONE, DATA FOR SYSTEMS FURNITURE (OCT 2022)

5.19 LIGHTING: INTERIOR AND PARKING—TI (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

5.20 LOADING DOCKS—TI (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

5.21 AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM – TI (OCT 2016)

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SECTION 6 UTILITIES, SERVICES, AND OBLIGATIONS DURING THE LEASE TERM

6.01 PROVISION OF SERVICES, ACCESS, AND NORMAL HOURS (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

6.01 UTILITIES (OCT 2022) 36

6.02 UTILITY CONSUMPTION REPORTING (OCT 2016)

6.03 HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

6.04 OVERTIME HVAC USAGE (OCT 2020) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

6.06 JANITORIAL SERVICES (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

6.05 JANITORIAL SERVICES (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2021)

6.07 SELECTION OF CLEANING PRODUCTS (OCT 2022)

6.08 SELECTION OF PAPER PRODUCTS (OCT 2022)

6.09 SNOW REMOVAL (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2020)

6.10 MAINTENANCE AND TESTING OF SYSTEMS—WAREHOUSE (OCT 2022)

6.11 MAINTENANCE OF PROVIDED FINISHES (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2016)

6.12 ASBESTOS ABATEMENT (OCT 2021)

6.13 ONSITE LESSOR MANAGEMENT (APR 2011)

6.14 IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF PERSONNEL (OCT 2022)

6.15 SCHEDULE OF PERIODIC SERVICES (OCT 2020)

6.16 LANDSCAPING (OCT 2022) 39

6.17 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE (APR 2011)

6.18 RECYCLING—WAREHOUSE (OCT 2021)

6.19 RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD COMPLIANCE (SEP 2013)

6.20 SAFEGUARDING AND DISSEMINATION OF CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION (CUI) BUILDING

INFORMATION (OCT 2022) 40

6.21 INDOOR AIR QUALITY (OCT 2019)

6.22 RADON IN AIR (OCT 2016) 41

6.22 RADON IN WATER (JUN 2012)

6.23 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

6.24 MOLD (OCT 2021) 43

6.25 OCCUPANT EMERGENCY PLANS (OCT 2020)

6.26 FLAG DISPLAY (OCT 2016) 43

6.27 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

6.28 TRASH DUMPSTER SERVICE – LESSOR PROVIDED (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2016)

6.29 ACCESS TO BUILDING INFORMATION (MAY 2014)

SECTION 7 ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

7.01 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS (OCT 2016)

7.02 MODIFIED LEASE PARAGRAPHS (OCT 2016)

7.03 ADDENDUM TO GSA FORM 3517B, GENERAL CLAUSES, NO FEDERALLY ELECTED OFFICIALS TO BENEFIT

(OCT 2018) 44

7.04 PROVISIONAL ACCEPTANCE (FEB 2021)

7.05 SWING SPACE – LEASE (OCT 2022) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

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SECTION 1 THE PREMISES, RENT, AND OTHER TERMS

1.01 THE PREMISES (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

The Premises are described as follows:

A. Warehouse and Related Space: 20,122 rentable square feet yielding 19,500 ANSI/BOMA Occupant Area (ABOA) square feet (SF) of warehouse Space, of the Building.

1.02 EXPRESS APPURTENANT RIGHTS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

The Government shall have exclusive or non-exclusive (as identified) right to the use of Appurtenant Areas, and shall have the right to post Rules and Regulations Governing Conduct on Federal Property, Title 41, CFR, Part 102-74, Subpart C within such areas. The Government will coordinate with Lessor to ensure signage is consistent with Lessor’s standards. Appurtenant to the Premises and included in the Lease are rights to use the following:

A. Automobile Parking: 25 parking spaces for passenger vehicles spaces shall be marked as reserved for the exclusive use of the Government. In addition, the Lessor shall provide any additional automobile parking spaces as required by the applicable code of the local government entity having jurisdiction over the Property. All spaces must be secured and lit in accordance with the Security Requirements set forth in this Lease. The cost of this parking shall be included as part of the rental consideration.

B. Semi-Trailer Staging Area/Parking: Three parking spaces sized for semis trucks shall be reserved for the exclusive use of the Government.

C. Delivery Route:

1. At least one unobstructed route having no steps or abrupt changes in level shall connect with all accessible elements, spaces, buildings, and courses of passage. The minimum clear width of a route shall be 36 inches. If a route is less than 60 inches in width then it shall have level passing zones, spaced at no more than 200 feet apart, measuring a minimum of 60 inches by 60 inches.

2. Objects projecting from walls with their leading edges between 27 and 80 inches above the finished floor shall protrude no more than 4 inches into an accessible route. Freestanding objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 to 80 inches above the ground or the finished floor. Objects mounted with their leading edges at or below 27 inches above the finished floor may protrude any distance. However, no protruding objects shall reduce the clear width of an accessible route or maneuvering space. If vertical clearance of an area adjoining an accessible route is reduced to less than 80 inches, a barrier to warn blind or visually impaired persons shall be provided.

3. Mechanical rooms and spaces which are not normally frequented by the public or occupants and are not part of an accessible or emergency route are excepted and need not be accessible.

4. Gratings in a route surface shall have spaces no wider than ½ inch in one direction and shall be placed so that the long dimension of openings is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel.

D. Delivery Ramps:

1. Any part of an accessible route with a slope greater than 1 foot rise in 20 feet shall be considered a ramp. Where ramps are necessary, they shall have a non-slip surface with a slope no greater than 1 foot rise in 12 feet. Ramps must have a minimum clear width of 3 feet with level landings at the top and bottom of each ramp run. Each landing shall be at least 5 feet in length and as wide as any ramp run leading into it. The maximum rise for any run shall be 30 inches. Intermediate landings for turning ramps shall measure a minimum of 5 feet by 5 feet.

2. Lessor shall provide handrails complying with "HANDRAILS" (36 CFR 1191) on both sides of all ramps with a vertical rise greater than 6 inches. Ramps with drop-offs shall have curbs (minimum 2 inches high), walls, railings or projecting surfaces. Lessor shall provide curb ramps wherever an accessible route crosses a curb. Curb ramps shall not interfere with walks or vehicular traffic. The maximum slope of a curb ramp shall be a 1 inch rise per 12 inch run. The maximum length of a curb ramp shall be 6 feet with a minimum width of 36 inches, exclusive of flared sides. If no other alternative is feasible, accessible platform lifts may be used in lieu of a ramp or elevator. Lifts shall have accessible controls and clearances, shall comply with applicable safety regulations, and should facilitate unassisted entry and exit.

E. Antennas, Satellite Dishes, and Related Transmission Devices:

1. Space located on the roof of the Building sufficient in size for the installation and placement of telecommunications equipment,

2. the right to access the roof of the Building, and

3. use of all Building areas (e.g., chases, plenums, etc.) necessary for the use, operation, and maintenance of such telecommunications equipment at all times during the term of this Lease.

F. Loading Docks. See “LOADING DOCKS SHELL WAREHOUSE” paragraph in Section 3 of this Lease.

1.03 TRUCK TURNING RADIUS REQUIREMENTS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

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1.04 CLEAR CEILING HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

A minimum of 18,000 ABOA SF must have a clear ceiling height of 15 feet, measured from floor to the lowest obstruction, with the balance of the space maintaining a clear ceiling height of a minimum of 15 feet. Bulkheads and hanging or surface mounted light fixtures which impede traffic ways shall be avoided.

1.05 BAY WIDTH, BAY DEPTH, AND COLUMN SPACING REQUIREMENTS (WAREHOUSE) (MAY 2014)

There are no specific minimum requirements.

1.06 RENT AND OTHER CONSIDERATION (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

A. The Government shall pay the Lessor annual rent, payable in monthly installments in arrears, at the following rates:

FIRM TERM, 10 YRS. SOFT TERM, 10 YRS.

ANNUAL RENT ANNUAL RENT

SHELL RENT

OPERATING COSTS

TENANT IMPROVEMENTS n/a

BUILDING SPECIFIC AMORTIZED CAPITAL

(SECURITY) INCLUDED IN TI INCLUDED IN TI

TOTAL ANNUAL RENT

NOTE:

1. Rent based off of 19,500 ABOA SF at $___ .

2. Tenant Improvements is paid in one lump sum upon acceptance of the space.

B. If the Government leases the Premises for less than a full calendar month, then rent shall be prorated based on the actual number of days leased for that month.

C. Rent shall be paid to Lessor by electronic funds transfer (EFT) in accordance with the provisions of the General Clauses. Rent shall be payable using the EFT information contained in the System for Award Management (SAM). In the event the EFT information changes, the Lessor shall be responsible for providing the updated information to SAM. Failure by the Lessor to maintain an active registration in SAM may result in delay of rental payments until such time as the SAM registration is activated.

D. Lessor shall provide to the Government, in exchange for the payment of rental and other specified consideration, the following:

1. The leasehold interest in the Property described herein in the paragraph entitled “The Premises.”

2. All costs, expenses, and fees to perform the work required for acceptance of the Premises in accordance with this Lease, including all costs for labor, materials, and equipment, professional fees, subcontractor fees, attorney fees, permit fees, inspection fees, and similar such fees, and all related expenses;

3. Performance or satisfaction of all other obligations set forth in this Lease; and all services, utilities, and maintenance required for the proper operation of the Property, the Building, and the Premises in accordance with the terms of the Lease, including, but not limited to, all inspections, modifications, repairs, replacements, and improvements required to be made thereto to meet the requirements of this Lease.

1.07 BROKER COMMISSION AND COMMISSION CREDIT (OCT 2016) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.08 TERMINATION RIGHTS (OCT 2016)

The Government may terminate this Lease, in whole or in parts, at any time effective after the Firm Term of this Lease, by providing not less than 120 days’ prior written notice to the Lessor. The effective date of the termination shall be the day following the expiration of the required notice period or the termination date set forth in the notice, whichever is later. No rental shall accrue after the effective date of termination.

1.09 RENEWAL RIGHTS (OCT 2016) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

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1.10 DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED IN THE LEASE (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

The following documents are attached to and made part of the Lease:

Document Name Number of pages Exhibit

Agency specific requirements 20 A

Room specific requirements 5 B

Security requirements 6 C

Wage determination 46 D

FAR 52-204-24 telecommunications clause 3 E

3517B, general clauses 17 F

1.11 TENANT IMPROVEMENT ALLOWANCE (AUG 2011) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.12 TENANT IMPROVEMENT RENTAL ADJUSTMENT (OCT 2016) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.13 TENANT IMPROVEMENT AND BSAC FEE (OCT 2022)

For pricing TI and BSAC costs, see paragraph 1.06, A.

1.14 BUILDING SPECIFIC AMORTIZED CAPITAL (SEP 2012)

For purposes of this Lease, the cost for Building Specific Amortized Capital (BSAC) which includes security improvements/requirements shall be incorporated into the tenant improvements cost.

1.15 BUILDING SPECIFIC AMORTIZED CAPITAL RENTAL ADJUSTMENT (SEP 2013) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.16 PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY FOR TAX ADJUSTMENT (OCT 2021) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.17 REAL ESTATE TAX BASE (SEP 2013)

The Real Estate Tax Base, as defined in the “Real Estate Tax Adjustment” paragraph 2.07 of the Lease.

1.18 OPERATING COST BASE (OCT 2016)

No adjustments shall be made for operating cost during the entire term of this lease.

1.19 RATE FOR ADJUSTMENT FOR VACANT LEASED PREMISES (SEP 2013) INTENTIONALLY DELETED

1.20 HOURLY OVERTIME HVAC RATES (OCT 2016)

No overtime rates indicated on GSA Form 1364, thus no overtime will be charged to the VA when service is required.

1.21 ADJUSTMENT FOR REDUCED SERVICES (OCT 2018)

This Lease provides for normal hours of operation as outlined under Lease Paragraph 6.01, Provision of Services, Access, and Normal Hours. In the event the Government requires the following normal hours of operations: 0730 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with the exception of Federal holidays], the rental rate and the base for operating cost adjustments will be reduced by $1 per ABOA SF. This reduction shall occur after the Government gives 30 calendar days’ prior notice to the Lessor and shall continue in effect until the Lease expires or is terminated.

1.22 BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS (MAR 2016)

Before the Government accepts the Space, the Lessor shall complete the Building improvements as defined in the Agency Specific requirements.

1.23 HUBZONE SMALL BUSINESS CONCERNS ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS (MAR 2012)

If the Lessor is a qualified HUBZone small business concern (SBC) that did not waive the price evaluation preference then as required by 13 C.F.R.

126.700, the HUBZone SBC must spend at least 50% of the cost of the contract incurred for personnel on its own employees or employees of other qualified HUBZone SBC’s and must meet the performance of the work requirements for subcontracting in 13 C.F.R. § 125.6(c). If the Lessor is a

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HUBZone joint venture, the aggregate of the qualified HUBZone SBC’s to the joint venture, not each concern separately, must perform the applicable percentage of work required by this clause.

1.24 LESSOR’S UNIQUE ENTITY IDENTIFIER (OCT 2022)

Lessor’s Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)

UEI: QBQJFG4X7NT3

SECTION 2 GENERAL TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND STANDARDS

2.01 DEFINITIONS AND GENERAL TERMS (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2022)

Unless otherwise specifically noted, all terms and conditions set forth in this Lease shall be interpreted by reference to the following definitions, standards, and formulas:

A. Appurtenant Areas. Appurtenant Areas are defined as those areas and facilities on the Property that are not located within the Premises, but for which rights are expressly granted under this Lease, or for which rights to use are reasonably necessary or reasonably anticipated with respect to the Government's enjoyment of the Premises and express appurtenant rights (such as parking, wareyards, loading docks, aprons, loading ramps and other areas to which the Government has rights under this Lease).

B. Broker. If GSA awarded this Lease using a contract real estate broker, Broker shall refer to GSA's broker.

C. Building. Building(s) situated on the Property in which the Premises are located.

D. Commission Credit. If GSA awarded this Lease using a Broker, and the Broker agreed to forego a percentage of its commission to which it is entitled in connection with the award of this Lease, the amount of this credit is referred to as the “Commission Credit.”

E. Common Area Factor. The “Common Area Factor” (CAF) is a conversion factor determined by the Building owner and applied by the owner to the ABOA SF to determine the RSF for the leased Space. The CAF is expressed as a percentage of the difference between the amount of rentable SF and ABOA SF, divided by the ABOA SF. For example 11,500 RSF and 10,000 ABOA SF will have a CAF of 15% [(11,500 RSF-10,000 ABOA SF)/10,000 ABOA SF]. For the purposes of this Lease, the CAF shall be determined in accordance with the applicable ANSI/BOMA standard for the type of space to which the CAF shall apply.

F. Contract. “Contract” shall mean this Lease.

G. Contractor. “Contractor” shall mean Lessor.

H. Days. All references to “day” or “days” in this Lease shall mean calendar days, unless specified otherwise.

I. FAR. All references to the FAR shall be understood to mean the Federal Acquisition Regulation, codified at 48 CFR Chapter 1.

J. Firm Term/Non-Firm Term. The Firm Term is that part of the Lease term that is not subject to termination rights. The Non-Firm Term is that part of the Lease term following the end of the Firm Term.

K. GSAR. All references to the GSAR shall be understood to mean the GSA supplement to the FAR, codified at 48 CFR Chapter 5.

L. Lease Term Commencement Date. The date on which the lease term commences.

M. Lease Award Date. The date the LCO executes the Lease and mails or otherwise furnishes written notification of the executed Lease to the successful Offeror ( date on which the parties’ obligations under the Lease begin).

N. Premises. Defined as the total Warehouse Area, Occupant Area, and other type of Space, together with all associated common areas, described in Section 1 of this Lease, and delineated by plan in the attached exhibit. Parking, wareyards, loading docks, aprons, loading ramps and other areas to which the Government has rights under this Lease are not included in the Premises.

O. Property. Defined as the land and Buildings in which the Premises are located, including all Appurtenant Areas (e.g., parking areas, wareyards, loading docks, aprons, loading ramps) to which the Government is granted rights.

P. Racking System Plan—A plan that at a minimum must include clear ceiling height requirement(s), aisle width(s), shelving depth(s) and type of material(s) to be stored . In addition such Plan shall identify locations and dimensions of storage of materials in packed piles, on pallets, in racks, or on shelves.

Q. Rentable Space or Rentable Square Feet (RSF). Rentable Space is the area for which a tenant is charged rent. It is determined by the Building owner and may vary by city or by building within the same city. The Rentable Space may include a share of Building support/common areas such as elevator lobbies, Building corridors, and floor service areas. Floor service areas typically include restrooms, janitor rooms, telephone closets, LEASE NO. 36C25522L0017 PAGE 9 LESSOR: ________ GOVERNMENT: ________ WH electrical closets, and mechanical rooms. The Rentable Space does not include vertical building penetrations and their enclosing walls, such as stairs, elevator shafts, and vertical ducts. Rentable Square Feet is calculated using the following formula for each type of Space (e.g., office, warehouse, etc.) included in the Premises: ABOA SF of Space x (1 + CAF) = RSF.

R. Space. The Space shall refer to that part of the Premises to which the Government has exclusive use, such as Occupant Area, or other type of Space. Parking areas, wareyards, loading docks, aprons, loading ramps to which the Government has rights under this Lease are not included in the Space.

S. Warehouse and office space. For the purposes of this Lease, Space shall be measured in accordance with the standard (Z65.1-2017) provided by American National Standards Institute/Building Owners and Managers Association (ANSI/BOMA) for Occupant Area, which means “the total aggregated area used by an Occupant before Load Factors are applied, consisting of Tenant Area and Tenant Ancillary Area.” The Method A – Multiple Load Factor Method shall apply. References to ABOA mean ANSI/BOMA Occupant Area.

T. Working Days. Working Days shall mean weekdays, excluding Saturdays and Sundays and Federal holidays.

2.02 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES (OCT 2016)

Signatories to this Lease shall have full authority to bind their respective principals with regard to all matters relating to this Lease. No other persons shall be understood to have any authority to bind their respective principals, except to the extent that such authority may be explicitly delegated by notice to the other party, or to the extent that such authority is transferred by succession of interest. The Government shall have the right to substitute its Lease Contracting Officer (LCO) by notice, without an express delegation by the prior LCO.

2.03 ALTERATIONS REQUESTED BY THE GOVERNMENT (OCT 2022)

A. The Government may request the Lessor to provide alterations during the term of the Lease. Alterations will be ordered by issuance of a Lease Amendment, GSA Form 300, Order for Supplies or Services, or a tenant agency-approved form when specifically authorized to do so by the LCO. The General Services Administration Acquisition Manual (“GSAM”) clause, 552.270-31, Prompt Payment, including its invoice requirements, shall apply to orders for alterations. All orders are subject to the terms and conditions of this Lease and may be placed by the LCO or a warranted contracting officer’s representative (COR) in VA or the tenant agency when specifically authorized to do so by the LCO, subject to the threshold limitation below.

B. The Lessor may be required to use the Government’s project management system, as outlined in Lease paragraph entitled “Government Project Management System.”

C. Payments for alterations ordered by the tenant agency under the authorization described in sub-paragraph B will be made directly by the tenant agency placing the order.

2.04 WAIVER OF RESTORATION (OCT 2021)

Lessor shall have no right to require the Government to restore the Premises upon expiration or earlier termination (full or partial) of the Lease, and waives all claims against the Government for:

A. waste, or, B. damages or restoration arising from or related to:

1. The Government's normal and customary use of the Premises during the term of the Lease (including any extensions thereof), as well as

2. Any initial or subsequent alteration to the Premises regardless of whether such alterations are performed by the Lessor or by the Government.

At its sole option, the Government may abandon property in the Space following expiration or earlier termination (full or partial) of the Lease, in which case the property will become the property of the Lessor and the Government will be relieved of any liability in connection therewith.

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2.06 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP/NOVATION (OCT 2021)

A. If during the term of the Lease, title to the Property is transferred or the Lessor changes its legal name, the Lessor and its successor shall comply with the requirements of FAR Subpart 42.12. If title is transferred, the Lessor shall notify the Government within five days of the transfer of title.

B. The Government and the Lessor may execute a Change of Name Agreement if the Lessor is changing only its legal name, and the Government's and the Lessor's respective rights and obligations remain unaffected.

C. If title to the Property is transferred, the Government, the original Lessor (Transferor), and the new owner or assignee (Transferee) shall execute a Novation Agreement providing for the transfer of Transferor's rights and obligations under the Lease to the Transferee. When executed on behalf of the Government, a Novation Agreement will be made part of the Lease via Lease Amendment.

D. In addition to all documents required by FAR 42.1204, the LCO may request additional information (e.g., copy of the deed, bill of sale, certificate of merger, contract, court decree, articles of incorporation, operation agreement, partnership certificate of good standing, etc.) from the Transferor or Transferee to verify the parties' representations regarding the transfer, and to determine whether the transfer of the Lease is in the Government's interest.

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E. If the LCO determines that recognizing the Transferee as the Lessor will not be in the Government's interest, the Transferor shall remain fully liable to the Government for the Transferee's performance of obligations under the Lease, notwithstanding the transfer. Under no condition shall the Government be obligated to release the Transferor of obligations prior to (a) the rent commencement date; and (b) any amounts due and owing to the Government under the Lease that have been paid in full or completely set off against the rental payments due under the Lease.

F. As a condition for being recognized as the Lessor and entitlement to receiving rent, the Transferee must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) for purposes of “All Awards” (See FAR 52.232-33), and complete all required representations and certifications within SAM. In addition, for leases FSL III or above, the Transferee must also complete 552.270-33 Foreign Ownership and Financing Representation for High Security Leased Space. This representation must be completed annually.

G. If title to the Property is transferred, rent shall continue to be paid to the original Lessor, subject to the Government's rights as provided for in this Lease. The Government's obligation to pay rent to the Transferee shall commence on the effective date of the Lease Amendment incorporating the Novation Agreement. The Lease Amendment will not be issued until the Government has received all information reasonably required by the LCO, the Government has determined that recognizing the Transferee as the Lessor is in the Government's interest (which determination will be prompt and not unreasonably withheld), and the Transferee has met all conditions specified in sub-paragraph F. The original Lessor must maintain an active registration in SAM until the Novation process is complete.

2.07 REAL ESTATE TAX ADJUSTMENT (JUN 2012)

The real estate tax of this lease is established as $____ as indicated on GSA Form 1217, line 28. This amount shall not be subject to adjustment during the course of the lease. As such, no annual tax adjustments or future modifications of real estate taxes shall be authorized by this lease.

2.08 GSAR 552.270-16 ADJUSTMENT FOR VACANT PREMISES (DEVIATION) (SEP 2022)

(a) If the Government fails to occupy any portion of the leased premises or vacates the premises in whole or in part prior to expiration of the term of the lease, the rental rate and the base for operating cost adjustments will be reduced using the figure specified in the “Rate for Adjustment for Vacant Leased Premises” paragraph of this Lease.

(b) If no rate reduction has been established in this lease, the rate will be reduced by that portion of the costs per ABOA square foot of operating expenses not required to maintain the space.

(c) Said reduction shall occur after the Government gives 30 calendar days’ prior notice to the Lessor and shall continue in effect until the Government occupies the vacant premises or the lease expires or is terminated.

2.09 OPERATING COSTS ADJUSTMENT (JUN 2012)

No adjustments shall be made for operating cost during the entire term of this lease.

2.10 ADDITIONAL POST-AWARD FINANCIAL AND TECHNICAL DELIVERABLES (JUN 2012)

A. If the Lessor is a HUBZone small business concern (SBC) that did not waive the price evaluation preference, the Lessor shall provide a certification within 10 days after Lease award to the LCO (or representative designated by the LCO) that the Lessor was an eligible HUBZone SBC on the date of award. If it is determined within 20 days after award that a HUBZone SBC Offeror that has been awarded the Lease was not an eligible HUBZone SBC at the time of award, and the HUBZone SBC Lessor failed to provide the LCO with information regarding a change to its HUBZone eligibility prior to award, then the Lease shall be subject, at the LCO's discretion, to termination, and the Government will be relieved of all obligations to the Lessor in such an event and not be liable to the Lessor for any costs, claims or damages of any nature whatsoever.

B. Within 10 days after Lease award, the Lessor shall provide to the LCO (or representative designated by the LCO) evidence of:

1. A firm commitment of funds in an amount sufficient to perform the work.

2. The names of at least two proposed construction contractors, as well as evidence of the contractors’ experience, competency, and performance capabilities with construction similar in scope to that which is required herein.

3. The license or certification to practice in the state where the Building is located from the individual(s) and/or firm(s) providing architectural and engineering design services.

C. The Government shall have the right to withhold approval of design intent drawings (DIDs) until the conditions specified in sub-paragraphs A and B have been satisfied.

D. Within ten (10) calendar days after the LCO issues the Notice To Proceed (NTP) for TI construction, the Lessor shall provide to the LCO evidence of:

1. Award of a construction contract for TIs with a firm completion date. This date must be in accordance with the construction schedule for TIs as described in the “Schedule for Completion of Space” paragraph of this Lease.

2. Issuance of required permits for construction of the TIs.

2.11 RELOCATION ASSISTANCE ACT (APR 2011)

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A. If the Lessor satisfies the requirements of this Lease by performing new construction on an improved site, and such new construction will result in the displacement of individuals or businesses, the Lessor shall be responsible for payment of relocation costs in accordance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-646), as amended, and the implementing regulations at 49 CFR Part 24.

B. The Lessor shall give the VA the name of the person and agency to be providing the relocation assistance to site tenants. In addition, the Lessor must provide background information about the relocation agency and references for which the relocation agent has performed relocation assistance in the past.

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SECTION 3 CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS AND SHELL COMPONENTS

3.01 LABOR STANDARDS (OCT 2022)

A. If the Lessor proposes to satisfy the requirements of this Lease through the construction of a new Building or the complete rehabilitation or reconstruction of an existing Building, and the Government will be the sole or predominant tenant such that any other use of the Building will be functionally or quantitatively incidental to the Government’s use and occupancy, the following FAR clauses shall apply to all work (including shell and TIs) performed prior to the Government's acceptance of space as substantially complete. Full text versions of these clauses are available upon request from the LCO. Full text versions are also available at HTTPS://WWW.ACQUISITION.GOV/?Q=BROWSEFARError! Hyperlink reference not valid..

52.222-4 Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act—Overtime Compensation 52.222-5 Construction Wage Rate Requirements - Secondary Site of the Work 52.222-6 Construction Wage Rate Requirements 52.222-7 Withholding of Funds 52.222-8 Payrolls and Basic Records 52.222-9 Apprentices and Trainees 52.222-10 Compliance with Copeland Act Requirements 52.222-11 Subcontracts (Labor Standards) 52.222-12 Contract Termination-Debarment 52.222-13 Compliance with Construction Wage Rate Requirements and Related Regulations 52.222-14 Disputes Concerning Labor Standards 52.222-15 Certification of Eligibility.

B. If the Lease is subject to the requirements under sub-paragraph A above, then the following clauses shall apply for the duration of the Lease:

52.222-55 Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026 52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706.

3.02 WORK PERFORMANCE (JUN 2012)

All work in performance of this Lease shall be done by skilled workers or mechanics and shall be acceptable to the LCO. The LCO may reject the Lessor’s workers 1) if such are unlicensed, unskilled, or otherwise incompetent, or 2) if such have demonstrated a history of either untimely or otherwise unacceptable performance in connection with work carried out in conjunction with either this contract or other government or private contracts.

3.03 EXISTING FIT-OUT, SALVAGED, OR REUSED BUILDING MATERIAL (OCT 2019)

A. Items and materials existing in the Premises, or to be removed from the Premises during the demolition phase, are eligible for reuse in the construction phase of the project. The reuse of items and materials is preferable to recycling them; however, items considered for reuse shall be in re-furbished condition and shall meet the quality standards set forth by the Government in this Lease. In the absence of definitive quality standards, the Lessor is responsible to confirm that the quality of the item(s) in question shall meet or exceed accepted industry or trade standards for first quality commercial grade applications.

B. Unless waived by the LCO, the Lessor shall submit a reuse plan for leases 10,000 RSF or greater. The Government will not pay for existing fixtures and other TIs accepted in place. However, the Government will reimburse the Lessor, as part of the TIA, the costs to repair or improve such fixtures or improvements identified on the reuse plan and approved by the LCO.

3.04 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT (OCT 2021)

For leases 10,000 RSF or greater, the requirements below apply:

A. Recycling construction waste is mandatory for initial space alterations for TIs and subsequent alterations under the Lease.

B. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENT: Prior to construction commencement, a proposed plan following industry standards to recycle construction waste.

The construction waste management plan shall quantify material diversion goals and maximize the materials to be recycled and/or salvaged (at least 50 percent) from construction, demolition, and packaging debris. Where the small quantity of material, the extraordinarily complex nature of the waste disposal method, or prohibitive expense for recycling would represent a genuine hardship, the Government, upon written request of the Lessor and approval of the LCO, may permit alternative means of disposal.

C. The Lessor shall recycle the following items during both the demolition and construction phases of the project, subject to economic evaluation and feasibility: Ceiling grid and tile, light fixtures, including proper disposal of any transformers, ballasts, and fluorescent light bulbs, duct work and HVAC equipment, wiring and electrical equipment, aluminum and/or steel doors and frames, hardware, drywall, steel studs, carpet, carpet backing, and carpet padding, wood, insulation, cardboard packaging, pallets, windows and glazing materials, all miscellaneous metals (as in steel support frames for filing equipment), and all other finish and construction materials.

D. If any waste materials encountered during the demolition or construction phase are found to contain lead, asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) (such as fluorescent lamp ballasts), or other harmful substances, they shall be handled and removed in accordance with Federal and state laws and requirements concerning hazardous waste.

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E. In addition to providing "one time" removal and recycling of large scale demolition items such as carpeting or drywall, the Lessor shall provide continuous facilities for the recycling of incidental construction waste during the initial construction.

F. Construction materials recycling records shall be maintained by the Lessor and shall be accessible to the LCO. Records shall include materials recycled or land-filled, quantity, date, and identification of hazardous wastes.

3.05 WOOD PRODUCTS (OCT 2019)

A. Particle board, strawboard, and plywood materials used shall be free of formaldehyde or sufficiently aged prior to use such that indoor air levels in the finished leased space shall not exceed 0.016 parts per million (ppm) of formaldehyde..

B. All materials comprised of combustible substances, such as wood plywood and wood boards, shall be treated with fire retardant chemicals by a pressure impregnation process or other methods that treats the materials throughout as opposed to surface treatment.

C. For leases 10,000 RSF or greater, new installations of wood products shall not contain wood from endangered wood species, as listed by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species. The list of species can be found at HTTP://WWW.WOOD-DATABASE.COM/WOOD- ARTICLES/RESTRICTED-AND-ENDANGERED-WOOD-SPECIES/Error! Hyperlink reference not valid. or HTTPS://WWW.FWS.GOV/INTERNATIONAL/PLANTS/CURRENT-CITES-LISTINGS-OF-TREE-SPECIES.HTML. In addition, the Lessor is encouraged to use independently certified forest products. For information on certification and certified wood products, refer to the Forest Stewardship Council United States (HTTPS://US.FSC.ORG/EN-US), or the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (HTTP://WWW.SFIPROGRAM.ORG/).

3.06 ADHESIVES AND SEALANTS (OCT 2022)

A. All adhesives employed (including, but not limited to, adhesives for carpet, carpet tile, plastic laminate, wall coverings, adhesives for wood, or sealants) shall meet the requirements of the manufacturer of the products adhered or involved. The Lessor shall use adhesives and sealants with no heavy metals and that do not result in indoor air levels above 0.016 parts per million (ppm) of formaldehyde. Adhesives and other materials used for the installation of carpets shall be limited to those having a flash point of 140 degrees F or higher.

B. For leases 10,000 RSF or greater the Lessor is encouraged to use applicable environmentally preferable criteria that are recommended in the Green Procurement Compilation at HTTPS://SFTOOL.GOV/GREENPROCURMENT.

3.07 BUILDING SHELL REQUIREMENTS (WAREHOUSE) (OCT 2016)

A. The Building Shell shall be designed, constructed, and maintained in accordance with the standards set forth herein and completed prior to acceptance of Space. For pricing, fulfillment of all requirements not specifically designated as TIs, Building Specific Amortized Capital, Operating Costs, or other rent components as indicated shall be deemed included in the Shell Rent.

B. Base structure and Building enclosure components shall be complete. All common areas accessible by the Government, such as lobbies, fire egress corridors and stairwells, elevators, garages, and service areas, shall be complete. Restrooms shall be complete and operational with an adequate number of fixtures for men and women to meet current local codes based on building occupancy and use. All newly installed Building shell components, including but not limited to, heating and ventilation, electrical, ceilings, sprinklers, etc., shall be furnished, installed, and coordinated with TIs. Circulation corridors are provided as part of the base Building only on multi-tenanted buildings where the corridor is common to more than one tenant. In single tenant buildings, only the fire egress corridor(s) necessary to meet code is provided as part of the shell.

C. The Building Shell rental rate shall also include, but is not limited to, costs included listed under Section II of GSA Form 1217, Lessor’s Annual Cost Statement, including insurance, taxes, lease commission and management, in addition to profit, reserve costs and loan financing for the Building.

3.08 RESPONSIBILITY OF THE LESSOR AND LESSOR’S ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (OCT 2022)

A. The Lessor shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, and the coordination of all designs, drawings, specifications, and other services furnished by the Lessor under this contract. The Lessor shall, without additional compensation, correct or revise any errors or deficiencies in its designs, drawings, specifications, or other services.

B. THE LESSOR REMAINS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR DESIGNING, CONSTRUCTING, OPERATING, AND MAINTAINING THE LEASED PREMISES IN FULL ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE LEASE. The Government retains the right to review and approve many aspects of the Lessor’s design, including without limitation, review of the Lessor’s design and construction drawings, shop drawings, product data, finish samples, and completed base building and TI construction. Such review and approval is intended to identify potential design flaws, to minimize costly misdirection of effort, and to assist the Lessor in its effort to monitor whether such design and construction comply with applicable laws and satisfy all Lease requirements.

C. Neither the Government’s review, approval or acceptance of, nor payment through rent of the services required under this contract, shall be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights under this contract or of any cause of action arising out of the performance of this contract, and the Lessor shall be and remain liable to the Government in accordance with applicable law for all damages to the Government caused by the Lessor’s negligent performance of any of the services required under this Lease.

D. Design and construction and performance information is contained throughout several of the documents which comprise this Lease. The Lessor shall provide to space planners, architects, engineers, construction subcontractors, etc., all information required whether it is found in this Lease, special requirements and attachments, price lists, or design intent drawings. Reliance upon one of these documents to the exclusion of any other may result in an incomplete understanding of the scope of the work to be performed and/or services to be provided.

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