GSA Seeks Office Space in Utica, NY

The General Services Administration Public Buildings Service Region 1 is seeking office lease space in Utica, New York through a Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) solicitation number 5NY0791. The government requires 2,788 to 3,075 rentable square feet of contiguous office space, preferably located on the second floor or higher in a modern office park or professional setting outside the city center, with 12 surface parking spaces available. Key requirements include Energy Star certification obtained within the past 12 months or a commitment to energy efficiency improvements, compliance with Facility Security Level II security standards, and location outside a 400-foot radius of public defenders' offices, DHS/ICE facilities, and probation offices. The government will evaluate proposals based on the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer using present value price evaluation methodology. Proposals are due by January 1, 2026, and must be submitted through the Requirement Specific Acquisition Platform (RSAP).

This is a civilian lease opportunity with no set-aside designation applied. The lease term is structured for 15 years with 10 years firm, and includes potential renewal options, with a tenant improvement allowance of $66.43 per ABOA square foot and a building-specific amortized capital amount of $25.00 per ABOA square foot. No incumbent contractor information is provided in the solicitation materials. The place of performance is Utica, New York, and the space must include 12 surface parking spaces with amenities within walking distance and transit accessibility. Offerors must provide comprehensive documentation including GSA Form 1364 (Proposal to Lease Space), completed fire protection and life safety evaluations, lessor cost statements, foreign ownership and financing representations, and security compliance certifications prior to award.