Seeking industrial warehouse space with comprehensive standards, accessibility and safety.
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 175RTN
- Agency
- Department of Energy
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 531120 Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses)
- Place of performance
- Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37830, United States
- Points of contact
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- Kari Lesperance lesperancekl@ornl.gov (865) 341-3521
- Justin Price pricejb@ornl.gov (865) 317-0571
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Energy, through UT-Battelle, LLC (the managing and operating contractor for Oak Ridge National Laboratory), is issuing an Expression of Interest to identify potential lessors capable of providing industrial warehouse space to replace aging facilities and support new and expanding programs. The procurement seeks to secure leased industrial warehouse space meeting comprehensive federal, state, and local building standards, with specific emphasis on ADA compliance, accessibility, safety codes, and energy efficiency requirements. Key contract requirements include construction certification by Tennessee-licensed professionals, full occupancy permits, and pre-occupancy verification of compliance with applicable building, fire, life safety, and accessibility codes. Prospective lessors must demonstrate capability to provide space between 50,000 and 55,000 net usable square feet with a minimum floor load capacity of 500 pounds per square foot and functional loading docks supporting 25,000-pound capacity forklifts. The expression of interest was posted on December 18, 2025, with a response deadline of December 29, 2025, providing potential bidders with an 11-day window to submit their interest and qualifications.
This solicitation involves no set-aside designations and represents market research efforts rather than a final competitive award. UT-Battelle, LLC is the incumbent operating contractor for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and is conducting this market research to identify viable leasing options. The opportunity does not specify a budget range or award value at this expression of interest stage. The required space specifications include a minimum of 50,000 net usable square feet designed for handling, sorting, and equipment storage, with loading dock capabilities meeting standard trailer heights and accessible parking compliant with local codes. The property must be located within 10 miles of Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, with the place of performance at Oak Ridge, TN 37830.
Notice text
Expression of Interest
UT-Battelle, LLC (UT-B) is the Managing and Operating Contractor for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and is issuing this Expression of Interest (EOI) to conduct market research in an effort to identify parties with an interest in partnering with UT-B to replace aging facilities and to provide additional space for new and expanding programs in or around the vicinity of Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
UT-B may seek to secure space that meets the requirements outlined as follows:
Overview:
This lease outlines requirements for industrial warehouse space, with comprehensive standards for design, construction, accessibility and safety. The Lessor is fully responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local codes throughout the lease term. Property location must reside in the delimited area within 10 miles of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Key Requirements:
1. General Construction & Certification
All construction must be performed by skilled labor and is subject to on-site inspection by the Company.
The Lessor must obtain a valid occupancy permit and provide pre-occupancy certification from a Tennessee-licensed architect/engineer verifying full compliance with applicable building, fire, life safety, and accessibility codes (ADAAG / 28 CFR Part 36).
2. Space Specifications
Industrial Warehouse Space: Must provide between 50,000 and 55,000 net usable square feet, suitable for handling, sorting, and storing property and equipment
Floor Load Capacity: 500 lbs./sq. ft. minimum in warehouse areas.
Loading Dock:
- Bridges safely between the dock and truck bed
- Supports a loaded forklift (25,000 lbs capacity or higher)
- Adjusts to standard trailer heights
- Is in good working condition with no damage or leaks
3. Accessibility & Efficiency
All space and facilities must be fully ADA-compliant.
Parking must meet local code and include accessible spaces.
4. Energy & Environmental Standards
Buildings must comply with energy efficiency requirements per 10 CFR Part 435.
Indoor air quality must meet OSHA and EPA standards.
5. Building Systems
HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems must support 24/7 operational needs.
Fire protection systems must conform to NFPA standards.
6. Amenities & Fixtures
Restrooms (ADA-compliant), must be provided.
7. Maintenance & Services
Maintenance records must be available to the Company.
8. Security
Facility must have card-based access control and intrusion alarms.
Alarm systems must be connected to local law enforcement.
9. Documentation
Within 45 days of occupancy, Lessor must deliver full as-built drawings.
10. Compliance
The property must adhere to OSHA, NFPA, ADAAG, and other applicable regulations.
Notice:
This advertisement is a notice of a potential opportunity and is not a solicitation for offers or a request for proposals.
Interested parties are invited to respond by submitting an expression of interest including company information, SAM registration, partnering methods, capacity, qualifications, and past project experience.
Please send all correspondence regarding this EOI to Kari Lesperance (lesperancekl@ornl.gov).
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