DCF ITN 590-3225

The State of Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking proposals through an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) to provide approximately 5,500 (5%) usable square feet of built-out office space and related infrastructure for occupancy by DCF in Palatka, Putnam County, Florida. DCF requires a 5-, 7-, and 10-year base term lease with ten 1-year renewal options. Proposals must be received by August 16, 2024 at 1:00 PM EST, with site evaluations anticipated from August 22-23, 2024 and negotiations occurring from August 23 through September 11, 2024. The anticipated lease start date is February 1, 2025. The required full-service (gross) lease rate must include base rent, taxes, operating expenses, and a $25/SF tenant improvement allowance. DCF will only consider proposals for space that is built out and ready for occupancy by the start date. Asbestos surveys, hazardous materials remediation, HVAC system testing and maintenance, and indoor air quality standards are required.

The ITN does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The successful offeror must be the record owner, lessee, or authorized agent with control of the proposed property. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, nor is any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration mentioned. The ITN does not provide any information on possible award values or budget ranges.