Butler UCBR

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, specifically the Department of General Services (DGS) Bureau of Real Estate, is seeking office space lease proposals for the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry's Unemployment Compensation Board of Review (UCBR) function in Butler County. The solicitation requires leasing between 3,396 and 5,272 square feet of office space with a primary 10-year lease term and two optional 5-year renewal periods. Proposers must submit two separate proposals: one for a full-service lease including janitorial services, utilities, and maintenance, and another for a lease-only option covering water and sewer services. Electronic proposal submissions are due by 3:00 PM on March 9, 2026, to RA-DGSLeasingSFPResponse@pa.gov. The lessor will be responsible for all construction costs, building shell completion, tenant improvements, utilities, maintenance, and comprehensive building systems management. Pricing terms are negotiable, with Base Rent and Additional Rent subject to annual adjustments up to 5 percent based on the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U), Northeast Cities Index.

While no specific set-asides are mandated, the Commonwealth encourages participation from Small Diverse Businesses and Small Businesses. Proposers must comply with prevailing wage requirements for construction exceeding $25,000 and meet enhanced minimum wage provisions starting at $12.00 per hour, increasing to $15.00 by July 1, 2024, with subsequent annual adjustments. The Commonwealth retains the right to terminate the lease after 50 percent of the initial term with six months' notice, requiring payment of an early termination fee equivalent to three months' Base Rent plus reimbursement for unamortized renovation costs. Proposers are advised to maintain site control for a minimum of 180 days from the solicitation end date to facilitate site selection, negotiations, and lease execution. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the lease terms suggest a comprehensive and flexible approach to accommodating the UCBR's office space requirements in Butler County.