Evanston Illinois - NEW FACILITY LEASED SPACE - REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

The Illinois Secretary of State (SOS) is seeking to lease real property in Evanston, Illinois for the opening of a new Drivers Services Facility. The attached Request for Information (RFI) outlines the detailed specifications for this leased space, which includes a minimum of 5,000 square feet of rentable area, a minimum of 50 parking spaces including 4 accessible spaces, and an initial lease term of 5 years with an optional 5-year renewal. The RFI provides information on the rental cost breakdown, including base rent, property taxes, utilities, janitorial services, and a build-out allowance. It also details the construction, finish, and operational requirements for the leased space, such as HVAC, lighting, plumbing, signage, and daily/monthly/semi-annual janitorial services. Responses to the RFI are due by October 5, 2021 at 2:00 pm.

The RFI does not specify any set-aside requirements, but it does note that the State of Illinois has various preferences to promote business opportunities in the state. Respondents are required to indicate if they are claiming any applicable preferences. The RFI does not mention any incumbent providers or the current leasing environment. Additionally, the RFI does not provide any information on award values or budget ranges.