US government seeks sources for leased retail and related space

The Department of the Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District Fort Worth is seeking to lease between 712 and 1,150 gross square feet of retail space in Brenham, Texas (zip code 77833) to replace an expiring lease. The government is specifically looking for Class A or B retail space that complies with federal, state, and local ordinances, and meets Department of Defense force protection standards. Potential offerors must submit expressions of interest that include building name and address, floor plan drawing, digital street view photo, area measurements, rental rates, and common area factors. Critical requirements include properties that are not located in a 100-year flood plain and are ready for occupancy by August 14, 2025. Interested parties must contact Mark Hansen at the US Army Corps of Engineers by April 12, 2025, with their proposal details.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates this is a standard procurement with no specific set-aside designations, targeting an initial five-year fully serviced lease. The contract will be awarded under NAICS category 531120 for Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings, with potential vendors expected to provide space that includes designated or open parking. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the government will evaluate potential spaces based on economic advantages, including considerations of relocation costs such as physical move expenses, tenant improvement replication, telecommunications infrastructure, and potential agency downtime. The procurement process allows for flexible space selection between the minimum of 712 and maximum of 1,150 square feet, giving potential lessors some latitude in their proposals. Interested parties are encouraged to carefully review the detailed requirements and submit comprehensive documentation to demonstrate their property's suitability for government occupancy.