US government seeks sources for leased retail and related space, kingsville, TX

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking to lease approximately 2,640 gross square feet of retail space in Kingsville, Texas (zip code 78363), specifically looking for Class A or B existing space. The ideal property must comply with federal, state, and local ordinances, meet Department of Defense force protection standards, and provide either designated or open parking. Interested parties are required to submit expressions of interest that include building name and address, floor plan drawing, digital street view photo, area measurements (BOMA rentable and usable square feet), rental rate per square foot, and common area factors. Potential lessors should contact Will Johnston at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers by July 1, 2025, using the provided contact information (817-886-1020 or William.B.Johnston@usace.army.mil). This is currently a request for information only and not a formal solicitation for offers.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates a partial small business set-aside for this leasing opportunity, which suggests some preference for small business participants. The initial lease term is planned for five years, with occupancy required by July 1, 2025. While specific award value is not disclosed, the lease will cover approximately 2,640 square feet of commercial space in the Kingsville area. The procurement falls under NAICS category 531120 for Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings, and is being managed by the Department of the Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District in Fort Worth. Potential lessors should carefully review all requirements, particularly the force protection standards and compliance specifications, before submitting their information.