X1EZ--North Charleston Lease 20, 000 SF RENT STORAGE SPACE EOI (NEED 12/31/25)

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VHA) is seeking to lease up to 20,000 square feet of industrial/warehouse space in North Charleston, South Carolina for a Center for Acquisition and Logistics Management (CMOP) operation. The solicitation (36C77025Q0228) requires an existing facility with specific architectural specifications, including a minimum ceiling height of 25 feet, at least four loading docks, and column spacing of 40 feet to accommodate production equipment on a single ground level. Potential lessors must submit Expressions of Interest (EOIs) electronically by June 9, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, including detailed information such as building address, available square footage, rental rates, and floor plans. The VA strongly encourages submissions from Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) or Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), requiring documentation of registration. The lease is structured for a 15-year term with a firm 10-year initial commitment, targeting a facility that meets precise operational requirements for the VA's logistics management needs.

While no specific set-aside designation is currently applied to this opportunity, the procurement is classified under NAICS category 531190 for Lessors of Other Real Estate Property and PSC category X1EZ for Lease/Rental of Other Industrial Buildings. The total square footage requirement ranges between 19,000 and 21,000 gross square feet, with precise location constraints within the North Charleston area. Specific award value details are not explicitly stated in the pre-solicitation notice, but the long-term lease structure suggests a significant potential contract value. The VA has targeted a facility occupancy date by December 31, 2025, indicating a relatively near-term procurement timeline. Potential lessors should note that while specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the notice, the comprehensive facility requirements suggest a thorough technical and operational assessment will be conducted to determine the most suitable property for the VA's CMOP operations.