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LEASE NO. DACAXX5XXXXXXXXX

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U. S. GOVERNMENT LEASE NO. DACAXX5XXXXXXXXX

Prior Lease No. DACAXX5XXXXXXXXX TAX ID # (TIN or Last 4 SSN): ________________ DUNS # (per SAM): ________________________ CAGE Code #: ____________________________

A _____________ sf N _____________ sf AF _____________ sf

AFR _______________

sf MC _____________ sf

ANG ______________

sf

ARNG _____________

sf

TOTAL_____________

sf

FOR GOVERNMENT PURPOSES ONLY:

GREX No. ____________________ Child Lease No. DACAXX5XXXXXXXXX

This Lease is made and entered into between

[Insert Lessor’s Full Legal Name] (note: exactly as registered in the System for Award Management (SAM))

(“Lessor”), whose principal place of business is [Insert Lessor’s Address], 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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), upon the terms and conditions set forth herein.

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

[Insert Address of Property to be Leased] and more fully described in Section 1.01, The Premises, and Exhibit A, Floor Plan, together with rights to the use of parking (note: remove if not applicable) and other areas as set forth herein, to be used for such purposes as determined by USACE.

LEASE TERM

To Have and to Hold the said Premises with its appurtenances for the term beginning _______________ and continuing for a period of [Insert Number of Years] Years, subject to termination and renewal rights as may be hereinafter set forth. The Government’s obligation and legal liability for performance of this Lease beyond 30 September of any year during the term of this Lease is contingent upon the availability of annually appropriated funds. Nothing in this Lease shall constitute, or be deemed to constitute, an obligation of future appropriations by the United States or

USACE RECRUITING LEASE FORM L100 (XX/19) Page 2 considered as implying that the Congress will appropriate additional funds. It is understood and agreed that the Government currently occupies the premises pursuant to a prior lease with the Lessor, which expires by its natural terms on MM/DD/YEAR.

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 execution by the Government.

LESSOR:

Signature:

Name (please print):

Title:

Date:

GOVERNMENT:

Signature:

Name (please print):

Title: Real Estate Contracting Officer

Execution Date:

THIS LEASE IS NOT SUBJECT TO TITLE 10, UNITED STATES CODE, SECTION 2662.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 THE PREMISES, RENT, AND OTHER TERMS

1.01 THE PREMISES

1.02 RENT AND OTHER CONSIDERATION

1.03 TERMINATION RIGHTS

1.04 RENEWAL RIGHTS

1.05 CONDITION REPORT

1.06 DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED IN THE LEASE

1.07 NOTICES

1.08 INSURANCE CERTIFICATION

1.09 LESSOR’S DUNS NUMBER

SECTION 2 GENERAL TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND STANDARDS

2.01 DEFINITIONS AND GENERAL TERMS

2.02 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES

2.03 ALTERATIONS REQUESTED BY THE GOVERNMENT

2.04 FIRE AND CASAULTY DAMAGE

2.05 DEFAULT BY LESSOR

2.06 INTEGRATED AGREEMENT

2.07 MUTUALITY OF OBLIGATION

2.08 COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW

2.09 MAINTENANCE OF THE PROPERTY, RIGHT TO INSPECT

2.10 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

2.11 WAIVER OF RESTORATION

2.12 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP

2.13 EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

2.14 OWNERSHIP CERTIFICATION

2.15 DAMAGES

2.16 GRATUITIES TO GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES

2.17 OFFICIALS NOT TO BENEFIT

2.18 LESSOR INSURANCE15NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACT REQUIREMENTS –

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SECTION 3….UTILITIES, SERVICES, AND OBLIGATIONS DURING THE LEASE TERM. 21

3.01 PROVISION OF SERVICES, ACCESS, AND NORMAL HOURS

3.02 UTILITIES SEPARATE FROM RENTAL

3.03 MAINTENANCE AND TESTING OF SYSTEMS

3.04 ONSITE LESSOR MANAGEMENT

3.05 RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD COMPLIANCE

3.06 INDOOR AIR QUALITY

3.07 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

3.08 MOLD…………… ……………………………………………………………………………….22

3.09 RADON IN AIR……………………… ………………………………………………………….23

3.10 UTILITY CONSUMPTION REPORTING

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SECTION 4 DISPUTES

4.01 DISPUTES

SECTION 5 RECONCILIATION

5.01 RECONCILIATION CLAUSE

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SECTION 1 THE PREMISES, RENT, AND OTHER TERMS

1.01 THE PREMISES

The Lessor hereby Leases to the Government the following described Premises: Exclusive use of approximately [Insert Number of Square Feet] rentable square feet (“RSF”) of space located at [Insert Address] as more particularly shown on Exhibit A, Floor Plan, attached hereto and made a part hereof, to be used for Government purposes. (note: remove the next sentence if parking is not provided as part of the Premises) It is also understood and agreed that the Lessor shall provide adequate designated parking for [Insert Number] Government vehicles, both during the day and overnight in the areas within the Lessor’s property as shown and marked on Exhibit B, Site/Parking Plan, attached hereto and made a part hereof. The Government shall have unrestricted access to the Premises 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and shall have the non-exclusive right to the use of Appurtenant Areas as defined in Section 2.01, Definitions and General Terms.

1.02 RENT AND OTHER CONSIDERATION

The Government shall pay the Lessor annual rent of $[Insert Amount] (note: also state amount in words) at the rate of $[Insert Amount] (note: also state amount in words) at a rate of $ /psf base rent per calendar month in arrears. Consideration for a lesser period shall be prorated. Rent shall be paid to Lessor by electronic funds transfer in accordance with the provisions of the General Clauses, GSA Form 3517B, attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit C. Rent shall be payable to the payee designated by the Lessor in the System for Award Management (SAM). If the payee is different from the Lessor, both payee and Lessor must be registered and active in SAM.

The Lessor shall provide to the Government, in exchange for the payment of the rental consideration, the following:

A. The leasehold interest in the Property described herein in Section 1.01, The Premises.

B. Tenantable premises that comply with applicable building codes and standards, including fire alarm and safety equipment (as provided in this Lease and its Exhibits). Performance and/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.

C. The Lessor shall certify that the mechanical equipment, building systems, and the utilities are in good serviceable and operating condition. The Lessor is responsible for providing, maintaining, and repairing all systems, equipment, fixtures, and appurtenances necessary for the provision and use of the below services: (note: check all that apply)

☐ Electricity / Gas ☐ Heating oil ☐ Water ☐ Sanitary sewer ☐ Trash removal

☐ High-speed internet ☐ Phone service ☐ Power to adequately light recruiting sign

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☐ Other ___________

Payment by Lessor for the following utilities or services (to be provided 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, including holidays): (note: check all that apply)

☐ Heating oil ☐ Electricity / Gas ☐ Water ☐ Sanitary sewer ☐ Trash removal ☐ Janitorial ☐ Other [Insert Utility or Service]

D. Maintenance of the Premises and common areas and all related insurance, including:

Common area maintenance, including but not limited to, private streets and driveways, curbs, parking areas, service alleys, loading areas, retaining walls, sidewalks, landscaping, lighting, hallways, restrooms, stairwells, lobbies, and elevators;

Replace stained/damaged ceiling tiles during the term of the Lease, as necessary;

Replacement of all light bulbs, L.E.D.’s, fluorescent tubes, starters and ballasts to provide a minimum 50-foot candles of illumination at working surface height in all office spaces. All other nonworking areas will have a minimum of 30-foot candles of illumination at floor level;

Maintenance of exit signs; emergency lighting; portable fire extinguishers; and, fire protection networks, such as sprinkler systems and alarms, which meet fire protection standards established by applicable state statutes, fire regulations, building codes and local ordinances. This includes, but is not limited to, the inspection, recharging, annual backflow testing and, if necessary, replacement of fire extinguishers.

Replacement with long-life lithium batteries in smoke detectors. Equipment, services or utilities furnished, and activities of other occupants, shall be free of safety, health and fire hazards.

E. The Lessor is responsible for providing, maintaining (including the replacement of air filters as needed) and repairing the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, equipment, fixtures, and appurtenances capable of maintaining a minimum temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the heating season and a maximum temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit during the cooling season. The Lessor shall conduct HVAC system balancing after any HVAC system alterations during the term of the Lease and as requested by the Government. Normal maintenance of the HVAC systems shall not disrupt Government operations.

F. During working hours in periods of heating and cooling, ventilation shall be provided in accordance with the latest edition of the American National Standards Institute, American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ANSI/ASHRAE) Standard 62.1, Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality.

G. Heating and air-conditioning air distribution systems (air handling units, VAV boxes, fan coil units, etc.) for the Space shall be equipped with particulate matter air filters that meet the Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) specified in the current edition of ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 62.1.

Locations that do not meet the EPA National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulates (PM 10 or PM 2.5) must be equipped with additional filtration on outdoor air intakes as required in

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ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 62.1. NAAQS information can be found at

HTTPS://WWW.EPA.GOV/GREEN-BOOK.

H. Provide means for mail delivery (e.g. cluster box within the center’s property).

I. Provide pest and rodent control measures and pesticides that conform to local health department regulations to keep the Premises free from pests and in a tenantable condition, including emergency treatment as necessary.

J. Service and maintain any interior and exterior signs. Service and maintenance shall include, but shall not be limited to: washing and cleaning of all sign surfaces, as needed; repainting the sides of each letter, as required; replacing all electrical and neon components, as required; and repair or replacement of broken or damaged plastic, as required. Remove any Government signs, perforated window graphics and lettering within thirty (30) days after the space is vacated by the Government.

K. Remove snow, ice, and any excess sand/ice melts from parking lots, sidewalks, and other areas as necessary in a timely manner. In addition to snow removal, the Lessor shall keep the walkways, sidewalks, and the parking lot clear of ice during normal business hours. Lessor shall take all appropriate measures to protect the safety of the pedestrians.

L. Lawn care as required. Landscape maintenance shall be performed during the growing season at not less than a weekly cycle and shall consist of watering, weeding, mowing, and policing the area to keep it free of debris. Pruning and fertilization shall be done on an as-needed basis. In addition, dead, dying, or damaged plants shall be replaced promptly.

M. The Government shall be responsible for all applicable taxes based on its use and occupancy of the Premises (excluding real estate taxes). It is also understood and agreed that the Government shall be responsible for gas, electric (provided to the demised premises which shall be separately metered), janitorial services and HVAC quarterly maintenance (see Exhibit C”), which will be paid directly by the Government by separate contract.

1.03 TERMINATION RIGHTS

The Government may terminate this Lease at any time after [Insert Day, Month, Year], by providing not less than ninety (90) days’ (note: a period of less than 90 days may be negotiated) 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. If the Lease is terminated in whole, no rental shall accrue after the effective date of termination. If the Lease is terminated in part, the rental due after the effective date of termination shall be adjusted and a Supplemental Agreement executed.

1.04 RENEWAL RIGHTS

A. This Lease may be renewed at the option of the Government for [Insert Number] additional one-year terms, and the Government shall pay the Lessor annual rental of $[Insert Amount] (note: also state amount in words) at the rate of $[Insert Amount] (note: also state amount in words) per https://www.epa.gov/green-book

USACE RECRUITING LEASE FORM L100 (XX/19) Page 8 calendar month in arrears. In no event shall the Lease term be extended beyond [Insert Day, Month, Year]. All other terms and conditions of this Lease shall remain in full force and effect during any renewal term.

B. Termination rights outlined above in Section 1.03, Termination Rights, apply to all renewal terms.

1.05 CONDITION REPORT

Upon expiration or termination of this Lease, a final inspection shall be conducted by representatives of both the Lessor and the Government.

1.06 DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED IN THE LEASE

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

DOCUMENT NAME

EXHIBIT

Floor Plan A Site/Parking Plan(s) B General Clauses, GSA Form 3517B C Janitorial Specifications (note: delete if janitorial not included) D Construction and Security Specifications E Certificate of Authorization (note: delete if not applicable) F Agency Agreement / Authorization for Property Manager to act on behalf of Owner (note: delete if not applicable) G

Other

1.07 NOTICES

Any notice under this Lease is to be given in writing and delivered by “Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested” or registered mail, Express Mail or comparable service, or delivered by hand and delivery, whether accepted or refused, attempted delivery, or marked undeliverable, shall be deemed notice under the terms of this Lease. Any notice given by the Lessor to the Government shall be addressed to: Baltimore District, District Commander, U.S. Army Engineer District, 2 Hopkins Plaza, 5th Floor, ATTN: Real Estate Division (Lease Section), Baltimore, Maryland 21201. Any notice given by the Government to the Lessor or his/her agent shall be addressed to: [Insert Address LL] or as may from time to time otherwise be directed in writing by the parties. Both Lessor and Government have an obligation to ensure that the other party has their accurate address. Any such notice and correspondence shall include the lease number.

The Lessor shall provide an onsite Building superintendent or a locally designated representative available to promptly respond to deficiencies and immediately address all emergency situations. In the event of an emergency, Government may contact: [Insert Name and Phone Number of Lessor Point of Contact by LL]. For maintenance purposes, the Government’s notice to the Lessor shall be addressed to: [Insert Name, E-Mail, and Phone by LL].

1.08 INSURANCE CERTIFICATION

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The United States Government is self-insured; therefore, the Government does not purchase insurance from outside sources.

The parties to this Lease evidence their agreement to all terms and conditions set forth herein by their signatures below.

1.09 LESSOR’S DUNS NUMBER

Lessor’s Dun & Bradstreet DUNS Number: [Insert Number].

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SECTION 2 GENERAL TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND STANDARDS

2.01 DEFINITIONS AND GENERAL TERMS

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:

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.

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

Contract. “Contract” shall mean this Lease.

Contractor. “Contractor” shall mean Lessor.

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

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

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.

Government Officials. Any reference to GSA is interchangeable with USACE, and any reference to LCO, Contracting Officer, or Government representative are interchangeable with Real Estate Contracting Officer or RECO.

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

Lease Award Date. The date the RECO 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).

Lease Term Commencement Date. The date on which the Government’s obligation to pay rent commences after it has accepted the Space/Premises.

Premises. The Premises are defined as the total office area or other type of Space, together with all associated common areas, described in Section 1.01, The Premises, of this Lease, and delineated by floor/site plan in the attached exhibit(s). Parking and other areas to which the Government has rights under this Lease are not included in the Premises.

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Property. The Property is defined as the land and Buildings in which the Premises are located, including all Appurtenant Areas (e.g., parking areas) to which the Government is granted rights.

Space. The Space shall refer to that part of the Premises to which the Government has exclusive use, such as office area, or other type of Space. Parking areas to which the Government has rights under this Lease are not included in the Space.

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

2.02 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES

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 RECO by notice, without an express delegation by the prior RECO. Lessor is hereby notified that Government tenant occupants are not authorized to negotiate, modify, or contract with the Lessor on any matters related to this Lease or its terms and conditions, Construction and Security Specifications, or to obligate the Government for expenditure of funds.

2.03 ALTERATIONS REQUESTED BY THE GOVERNMENT

A. The Government may request the Lessor to provide alterations during the term of the Lease.

Alterations will be ordered by issuance of a Supplemental Agreement. 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 RECO or an authorized USACE representative.

B. The Government shall have the right during the existence of this Lease to make alterations, attach fixtures, and erect additions, structures or signs in or upon the Premises hereby leased. Upon Government request, the Lessor shall be required to promptly obtain bids for the said work and to provide the bids to the Government. All work shall be performed through the Lessor and will be implemented by Supplemental Agreement. The Government’s portion of the expense will be paid on a reimbursable basis. Such fixtures, additions, or structures shall be and remain the property of the Government and may be removed prior to the expiration or termination of this Lease or abandoned in place.

2.04 FIRE AND CASUALTY DAMAGE

If the Building in which the Premises are located is totally destroyed or damaged by fire or other casualty, this Lease shall immediately terminate. If the Building in which the Premises are located is only partially destroyed or damaged, so as to render the Premises untenantable, or not usable for their intended purpose, the Lessor shall have the option to elect to repair and restore the Premises or terminate the Lease. The Lessor shall be permitted a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed one

USACE RECRUITING LEASE FORM L100 (XX/19) Page 12 hundred and eighty (180) days from the event of destruction or damage, to repair or restore the Premises, if the Lessor submits to the Government a reasonable schedule for repair of the Premises within thirty (30) days of the event of destruction or damage. If the Lessor fails to timely submit a reasonable schedule for completing the work, the Government may elect to terminate the Lease effective as of the date of the event of destruction or damage. If the Lessor elects to repair or restore the Premises, but fails to repair or restore the Premises within one hundred and eighty (180) days from the event of destruction or damage, or fails to diligently pursue such repairs or restoration so as to render timely completion commercially impracticable, the Government may terminate the Lease effective as of the date of the destruction or damage. During the time that the Premises cannot reasonably be utilized for its intended use, rent shall be abated. Termination of the Lease by either party under this clause shall not give rise to liability for either party. This clause shall not apply if the event of destruction or damage is caused by the Lessor’s negligence or willful misconduct.

2.05 DEFAULT BY LESSOR

A. The following conditions shall constitute default by the Lessor, and shall give rise to the following rights and remedies for the Government:

(1) Failure by the Lessor to perform any service, to provide any item, or satisfy any requirement of this Lease, without excuse, shall constitute a default by the Lessor. Subject to provision of notice of default to the Lessor, and provision of a reasonable opportunity for the Lessor to cure its default, the Government may perform the service, provide the item, or obtain satisfaction of the requirement by its own employees or contractors. If the Government elects to take such action, the Government may deduct from rental payments its costs incurred in connection with taking the action. Alternatively, the Government may reduce the rent by an amount reasonably calculated to approximate the cost or value of the service not performed, item not provided, or requirement not satisfied, such reduction effective as of the date of the commencement of the default condition.

(2) Grounds for Termination. The Government may terminate the Lease if:

(i) The Lessor’s default persists nothwithstanding provision of notice and reasonable opportunity to cure by the Government, or

(ii) The Lessor fails to take such actions as are necessary to prevent the recurrence of default conditions, and such conditions substantially impair the safe and healthful occupancy of the Premises, or render the Space unusable for its intended purposes.

(3) Excuse. Failure by the Lessor to timely deliver the Space or perform any service, provide any item, or satisfy any requirement of this Lease shall not be excused if its failure in performance arises from:

(i) Circumstances within the Lessor’s control;

(ii) Circumstances about which the Lessor had actual or constructive knowledge prior to award of the Lease that could reasonably be expected to affect the Lessor’s capability to perform, regardless of the Government’s knowledge of such matters;

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(iii) The condition of the Property;

(iv) The acts or omissions of the Lessor, its employees, agents or contractors; or

(v) The Lessor’s inability to obtain sufficient financial resources to perform its obligations.

(4) The rights and remedies specified in this Section 2.06 are in addition to any and all remedies to which the Government may be entitled as a matter of law.

2.06 INTEGRATED AGREEMENT

This Lease, upon execution, contains the entire agreement of the parties and no prior written or oral agreement, express or implied, shall be admissible to contradict the provisions of the Lease. Except as expressly attached to and made a part of the Lease, neither the request for proposals nor any pre-award communications by either party shall be incorporated in the Lease.

2.07 MUTUALITY OF OBLIGATION

The obligations and covenants of the Lessor, and the Government’s obligation to pay rent and perform such other obligations as may be specified herein, are interdependent.

2.08 COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW

Lessor shall comply with all Federal, state, and local laws applicable to its ownership and leasing of the Property, including, without limitation, laws applicable to the construction, ownership, alteration or operation of all buildings, structures, and facilities located thereon, and obtain all necessary permits, licenses, and similar items at its own expense. The Government will comply with all Federal, state, and local laws applicable to and enforceable against it as a tenant under this Lease; provided, that nothing in this Lease shall be construed as a waiver of the sovereign immunity of the Government.

This Lease shall be governed by Federal law.

2.09 MAINTENANCE OF THE PROPERTY, RIGHT TO INSPECT

The Lessor shall maintain the Property, including the Building, building systems, and all equipment, fixtures, and appurtenances furnished by the Lessor under this Lease, in good repair and tenantable condition. Upon request of the RECO, the Lessor shall provide written documentation that Building systems have been property maintained, tested, and are operational within manufacturer’s warranted operating standards. The Lessor shall maintain the Premises in a safe and healthful condition according to applicable OSHA standards, including standards governing indoor air quality, existence of mold and other biological hazards, presence of hazardous materials, etc. The Government shall have the right, at any time after the Lease is signed and during the term of the Lease, to inspect all areas of the Property to which access is necessary for the purpose of determining the Lessor’s compliance with this Section 2.10.

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2.10 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

This Lease incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. All dollar thresholds set forth below refer to total contract value, or the total of all gross rental payments to be made during the initial term of the Lease plus any options. All citations to the FAR or GSAR are provided for convenience of reference, and shall not be understood as subjecting this Lease to any provision of the FAR or GSAR except to the extent that clauses prescribed by the FAR or GSAR are expressly incorporated into this Lease.

1. FAR 52.204-7, SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT

2. FAR 52.204-10, REPORTING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AND FIRST-TIER

SUBCONTRACT AWARDS (Applicable if over $30,000 total contract value.)

3. FAR 52.204-13, SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE

4. FAR 52.204-19, INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE OF REPRESENTATIONS AND

CERTIFICATIONS

5. 52.204-25, PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING FOR CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND

VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT

6. FAR 52.209-6, PROTECTING THE GOVERNMENT’S INTEREST WHEN SUBCONTRACTING

WITH CONTRACTORS DEBARRED, SUSPENDED, OR PROPOSED FOR DEBARMENT

(Applicable to leases over $35,000 total contract value.)

7. FAR 52.215-10, PRICE REDUCTION FOR DEFECTIVE COST OR PRICING DATA (Applicable when cost or pricing data are required for work or services over $750,000.)

8. FAR 52.215-12, SUBCONTRACTOR CERTIFIED COST OR PRICING DATA (Applicable when the clause at FAR 52.215-10 is applicable.)

9. FAR 52.219-9, SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTING PLAN (Applicable to leases over $700,000 total contract value.)

10. FAR 52.219-16, LIQUIDATED DAMAGES – SUBCONTRACTING PLAN (Applicable to leases over $700,000 total contract value.)

11. FAR 52.219-28, POST-AWARD SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM REPRESENTATION

(Applicable to leases exceeding the micro-purchase threshold.)

12. FAR 52.222-21, PROHIBITION OF SEGREGATED FACILITIES

13. FAR 52.222-26, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

14. FAR 52.222-35, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR VETERANS (Applicable to leases over $150,000 total contract value.)

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15. FAR 52.222-36, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES (Applicable to leases over $15,000 total contract value.)

16. FAR 52.222-37, EMPLOYMENT REPORTS ON VETERANS (Applicable to leases $150,000 or more, total contract value.)

17. FAR 52.223-6, DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE (Applicable to leases over the Simplified Lease Acquisition Threshold as well as to any leases of any value awarded to an individual.)

18. FAR 52.232-23, ASSIGNMENT OF CLAIMS (Applicable to leases over the micro-purchase threshold.)

19. FAR 52.232-33, PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER-SYSTEM FOR AWARD

MANAGEMENT

20. FAR 52.233-1, DISPUTES

21. 552.204-70, REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND

VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT

22. GSAR 552.215-70, EXAMINATION OF RECORDS BY USACE

23. GSAR 552.270-20, PAYMENT

24. GSAR 552.270-25, SUBSTITUTION OF TENANT AGENCY

25. GSAR 552.270-31, PROMPT PAYMENT

2.11 WAIVER OF RESTORATION

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 waste, damages, or restoration arising from or related to (a) the Government's normal and customary use of the Premises during the term of the Lease (including any extensions thereof), as well as (b) 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.

2.12 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP

A. If during the term of the Lease, including any renewals or extensions, title to the Property is transferred, the Lease is assigned, 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, and its successor, shall notify the Government within five (5) days of the transfer of title.

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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. A sample form is found at FAR 42.1205.

C. If title to the Property is transferred, or the Lease is assigned, 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 a part of the Lease via a Supplemental Agreement.

D. In addition to all documents required by FAR 42.1204, the RECO 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.

E. If the RECO 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 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.

G. If title to the Property is transferred, or the Lease is assigned, 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 not commence until the Government has received all information reasonably required by the RECO under sub-paragraph D of this Section 2.13, 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 of this Section 2.13.

2.13 EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

The Government will notify the Lessor of any emergency and request the Lessor to perform all necessary repairs and remediation. All emergency repair and remediation performed by the Lessor will be completed within forty-eight (48) hours from the time notification is sent by the Government.

Emergency repairs include, but are not limited to the following:

Failure of heating/cooling system to maintain specific temperature Failure of water system, including hot water, or colored, odorous, or contaminated water Inadequate or no water pressure Leaking water pipes

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Blocked or leaking drains Electrical failure Sewage system malfunction Failure of security or fire protection systems, including alarms and sprinklers Repair/replace exterior windows and doors including plate glass, if applicable

2.14 OWNERSHIP CERTIFICATION

The Lessor certifies that he/she/it is the rightful and legal owner of the property and has the legal right to enter into this Lease. If the title of the Lessor shall fail, or it be discovered that the Lessor did not have authority to lease the Property, the Government may terminate this Lease effective immediately.

The Lessor, the Lessor’s heirs, executors, administrators, successors, or assigns agree to indemnify the Government by reason of such failure and to refund all rentals paid.

2.15 DAMAGES

The Government shall be liable only for damages resulting from negligence or misconduct of Government personnel. The Government shall not be liable for any loss, destruction or damages to the Premises beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Government. This includes, but is not restricted to, acts of nature, such as fire, lightning, earthquakes, floods, or severe weather and acts of war or terrorism. The parties agree that settlement of damages by the Government, if any, shall be done when the Lease is terminated. The Government’s liability under this clause may not exceed appropriations available for such payment and nothing contained in this Lease may be considered as implying that Congress will at a later date appropriate funds sufficient to meet deficiencies. The provisions of this Section 2.16 are without prejudice to any rights the Lessor may have to make a claim under applicable laws for any other damages than provided herein.

2.16 GRATUITIES TO GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES

A. The Government may, by written notice to the Lessor, terminate this Lease if it is found, after notice and hearing by the Secretary of the Army, or his/her duly authorized representative, that gratuities in the form of entertainment, gifts, or otherwise, were offered or given by the Lessor, or any agent or representative of the Lessor, to any officer or employee of the Government with a view toward securing a Lease or securing favorable treatment with respect to the awarding or amending, or the making of any determinations with respect to the performing of such Lease; provided, that the existence of facts upon which the Secretary of the Army or his/her duly authorized representative makes such finding, shall be in issue and may be reviewed in any competent court.

B. In the event this Lease is so terminated as provided in paragraph A hereof, the Government shall be entitled to pursue the same remedies against the Lessor as it could pursue in the event of a breach of the Lease by the Lessor, and as a penalty in addition to any other damages to which it may be entitled by law, to exemplary damages (in an amount as determined by the Secretary of the Army or his/her duly authorized representative) which shall be not less than three (3), nor more than ten (10), times the cost incurred by the Lessor in providing any such gratuities to any such Government officer or employee.

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C. The rights and remedies provided to the Government in this Section 2.17 shall not be exclusive and are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law or under this Lease.

2.17 OFFICIAL(S) NOT TO BENEFIT

No Member of or Delegate to Congress or Resident Commissioner shall be admitted to any share or part of this Lease or to any benefit that may arise therefrom. However, nothing herein contained shall be construed to extend to any incorporated company if this Lease is for the general benefit of such corporation or company.

2.18 LESSOR INSURANCE (OPTIONAL)

Lessor shall maintain public liability and property damage insurance with a single combined liability limit of not less than $1,000,000, and property damage limits of not less than $500,000 insuring against all liability of Lessor and its authorized representatives arising out of or in connection with the Premises or the real property in which the Premises is located. Lessor shall maintain on the building and other improvements in which the Premises are located, a policy of standard fire and extended coverage insurance (with vandalism and malicious mischief endorsements) to the extent of full replacement value.

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SECTION 3 UTILITIES, SERVICES, AND OBLIGATIONS DURING THE LEASE TERM

3.01 PROVISION OF SERVICES, ACCESS, AND NORMAL HOURS

A. The Government’s normal hours of operations are established as [Insert Time] AM to [Insert Time] PM, Monday through Friday, with the exception of federal holidays. Services, maintenance, and utilities shall be provided during these hours. The Government shall have access to the Premises and its Appurtenant Areas at all times without additional payment, including the use, during other than normal hours, of necessary services and utilities such as elevators, restrooms, lights, and electric power.

B. The Lessor and the Lessor’s representatives, employees and contractors shall demonstrate a cooperative, positive, welcoming, respectful, professional and business-like demeanor and shall present a neat, clean, job-appropriate (professional) appearance.

3.02 UTILITIES SEPARATE FROM RENTAL

A. If any utilities are excluded from the rental consideration, the Lessor shall obtain a statement from a registered professional engineer stating that all HVAC, plumbing, and other energy intensive Building systems can operate under the control conditions stated in the Lease. The statement shall also identify all Building systems which do not conform to the system performance values, including the “recommended” or “suggested” values of ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 90.1, Energy Efficient Design of New Buildings except Low Rise Residential Buildings, or more restrictive state or local codes.

3.03 MAINTENANCE AND TESTING OF SYSTEMS

A. The Lessor is responsible for the total maintenance and repair of the leased Premises, including the site and private access roads. All equipment and systems shall be maintained to provide reliable, energy efficient service without unusual interruption, disturbing noises, exposure to fire or safety hazards, uncomfortable drafts, excessive air velocities, or unusual emissions of dirt. The Lessor's maintenance responsibility includes initial supply and replacement of all supplies, materials, and equipment necessary for such maintenance. Maintenance, testing, and inspection of appropriate equipment and systems shall be done in accordance with current applicable codes, and inspection certificates shall be displayed as appropriate. Copies of all records in this regard shall be forwarded to the Government’s designated representative.

B. At the Lessor’s expense, the Government reserves the right to require documentation of proper operations, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire protection systems, such as, but not limited to, fire alarm, fire sprinkler, standpipes, fire pump, emergency lighting, illuminated exit signs, and emergency generator, prior to occupancy to ensure proper operation. These tests shall be witnessed by the Government’s designated representative.

3.04 ONSITE LESSOR MANAGEMENT

The Lessor shall provide an onsite Building superintendent or a locally designated representative available to promptly respond to deficiencies, and immediately address all emergency situations.

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3.05 RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD COMPLIANCE

During the term of the Lease, the Lessor may not establish vending facilities within the leased Space that will compete with any Randolph-Sheppard vending facilities.

3.06 INDOOR AIR QUALITY

A. The Lessor shall control airborne contaminants at the source and/or operate the Space in such a manner that the USACE indicator levels, as identified in this Paragraph A, for asbestos, mold, carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2), and formaldehyde are not exceeded. The indicator levels for office areas shall be: Asbestos 70 s/mm2; mold (see Section 5.08, Mold); CO 9 ppm; CO2 700 ppm above outdoor air; and formaldehyde 0.016 ppm. Lessor shall make a reasonable attempt to apply insecticides, paints, glues, adhesives, and HVAC system cleaning compounds with highly volatile or irritating organic compounds, outside of working hours.

B. The Lessor shall avoid the use of products containing toxic, hazardous, carcinogenic, flammable, or corrosive ingredients as determined from the product labor or manufacturer’s safety data sheet.

The Lessor shall use available odor-free or low odor products when applying paints, glues, lubricants, and similar wet products. When such equivalent products are not available, Lessor shall use the alternate products outside normal working hours. Except in an emergency, the Lessor shall provide at least seventy-two (72) hours advance notice to the Government before applying chemicals or products with noticeable odors in occupied Spaces and shall adequately ventilate those Spaces during and after application.

C. The Lessor shall serve as first responder to any occupant complaints about indoor air quality (IAQ).

The Lessor shall promptly investigate such complaints and implement the necessary controls to address each complaint. Investigations shall include testing as needed, to ascertain the source and severity of the complaint.

D. The Government reserves the right to conduct independent IAQ assessments and detailed studies in Space that it occupies, as well as in areas serving the Space (e.g., common use areas, mechanical rooms, HVAC systems, etc.). The Lessor shall assist the Government in its assessments and detailed studies by:

1. Making available information on Building operations and Lessor activities;

2. Providing access to Space for assessment and testing, if required; and

3. Implementing corrective measures required by the RECO. The Lessor shall take corrective action to correct any tests or measurements that do not meet the USACE indicator levels identified in paragraph A of this Section 5.06.

E. The Lessor shall provide to the Government safety data sheets (SDS) upon request for the following products prior to their use during the term of the Lease: adhesives, caulking, sealants, insulating materials, fireproofing or firestopping materials, paints, carpets, floor and wall patching or leveling materials, lubricants, clear finish for wood surfaces, janitorial cleaning products, pesticides, rodenticides, and herbicides. The Government reserves the right to review such products used by the Lessor within the Space, common building areas, ventilation systems and zones serving the

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Space, and the area above suspended ceiling and engineering space in the same ventilation zone as the Space.

F. Where hazardous gasses or chemicals (any products with data in the Health and Safety section of the SDS sheets) may be present or used, including large-scale copying and printing rooms, segregate areas with deck-to-deck partitions with separate outside exhausting at a rate of at least 0.5 cubic feet per minute per square foot, no air recirculation. The mechanical system must operate at a negative pressure compared with the surrounding spaces of at least an average of 5 Pa (pascal) (0.02 inches of water gauge) and with a minimum of 1 Pa (0.004 inches of water gauge) when the doors to the rooms are closed.

3.07 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

A. The leased Space shall be free of hazardous materials, hazardous substances, and hazardous wastes, as defined by and according to applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

Should there be reason to suspect otherwise, the Government reserves the right, at Lessor’s expense, to require documentation or testing to confirm that the Space is free of all hazardous materials.

B. Lessor shall, to the extent of its knowledge, notify Government of the introduction of any hazardous materials onto the Property by Lessor or others, including but not limited to, co-tenants occupying Space in the Building.

3.08 MOLD

A. Actionable mold is either visible mold or airborne mold of types and concentrations in excess of that found in the local outdoor air or non-problematic control areas elsewhere in the same building, whichever is lower. The Lessor shall safely remediate all actionable mold in accordance with sub-paragraph C below.

B. The Lessor shall provide Space to the Government that is free from actionable mold and free from any conditions, such as ongoing water leaks or moisture infiltration, that reasonably can be anticipated to permit the growth of actionable mold or are indicative of the possibility that actionable mold will be present (indicators). Ventilation zones serving the Space shall also be free of actionable mold.

C. Within seventy-two (72) hours following a flood, plumbing leak or heavy rain whereby the Government Space or ventilation zones serving the Space may have become moisture damaged, the Lessor shall repair any leakage sources and remediate the moisture damage.

D. Whenever mold is visible, mold odors are present, or occupants of the Space register complaints about mold, the Lessor shall employ a board-certified, industrial hygienist or equivalently qualified consultant to inspect and evaluate the Space and ventilation zones serving the Space for visible and/or actionable mold presence. Inspection shall take place no later than fifteen (15) calendar days following notification by the Government to the Lessor of a potential mold issue. The Lessor shall promptly furnish these inspection results to the Government. The Lessor shall safely remediate all actionable mold, as well as visible moldy and/or water damaged materials, identified by the consultant using a qualified remediation contractor following the methods identified in "Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings" (EPA 402-K-01-001, September 2008) and all applicable state laws pertaining to mold remediation practices. Remediation shall be completed pursuant to a

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E. The presence of actionable mold in the Premises may be treated as a Casualty, as determined by the Government, in…