Invitation to Submit Lease Proposal - Willimantic

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services, is soliciting lease proposals for office space in Willimantic to accommodate the Department of Social Services. The procurement seeks approximately 10,800 net usable square feet of office space with on-site, reserved, paved, and lighted parking for 71 vehicles on a five-year lease term. The premises must be fully accessible to individuals with disabilities and have accessible public transportation nearby. Key evaluation criteria include preference for proponents offering renewal options and/or termination clauses that provide flexibility for the state. Proposals must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. on May 29, 2026, with the solicitation period running from May 5, 2026 through May 29, 2026. Interested parties requiring additional information should contact Gary Bonaldi, DAS Leasing, Statewide Leasing and Property Transfer, at 450 Columbus Blvd., Suite 1402, Hartford, CT 06106, or by telephone at 860-713-5603.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions limiting the types of organizations eligible to submit proposals; all vendors are eligible to respond. However, offers from option holders cannot be considered and are ineligible for this solicitation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation documents. The solicitation does not establish specific pricing terms or budget ranges, allowing property owners and their representatives to propose their own payment terms with pricing structures to be negotiated between the state and selected proposers. Award value will depend on the rental rates proposed and accepted during negotiations with the successful lessor.