Invitation to Submit Lease Proposal - Wallingford

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking lease proposals for office space located in Wallingford, New Haven County, through a competitive solicitation process designated as LP 24-30. The procurement aims to secure up to 27,600 net usable square feet of office space with on-site, reserved, paved, and lighted parking for 151 cars, specifically to be used and occupied by the Department of Developmental Services. The lease term is five years, with a strong preference for proposals that include renewal options and/or termination clauses. Proposals must be submitted by 3:00 PM EST on November 29, 2024, with the solicitation period opening on November 7, 2024. Key qualifications include premises that are fully accessible to individuals with disabilities and have proximity to public transportation. The evaluation will prioritize proposals offering flexibility through renewal and termination options, and all proposals must meet the specific space and parking requirements outlined in the solicitation.

The solicitation appears to be open to all property owners or their representatives, with one explicit restriction: offers from option holders cannot be considered. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged business enterprises or minority-owned businesses are mentioned in the documents. The procurement does not specify an estimated total value or budget range for the lease, nor does it provide details about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure. The contact for this solicitation is Gary Bonaldi from the DAS Leasing office in Hartford, who can be reached at 860-713-5603 or gary.bonaldi@ct.gov. The delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be vendor-specified. While the solicitation provides comprehensive details about the space requirements and submission process, it lacks information about potential pricing structures or financial considerations for prospective lessors.