Invitation to Submit Proposals for LP 26-28

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services, is soliciting lease proposals for up to 50,192 net usable square feet of office space in New Haven for the Department of Children and Families, with proposals due September 9, 2026 at 3 p.m. under solicitation LP 26-28. Preference will be given to proponents offering renewal options and/or termination clauses; offers from option holders cannot be considered.

The space must include on-site, reserved, paved and lighted parking for 223 vehicles and be accessible to individuals with disabilities and public transportation. Only proposals from property owners or their authorized representatives will be considered. If submitted by a real estate agent, a Notice of Listing Agreement authorizing the agent to present the property is required.

The lease term is five years. Proposers must submit a completed Lease Proposal Form (available from the State) detailing base rent per net usable square foot per year, tenant improvement allowances, and responsibility allocation for operating expenses including heat, utilities, janitorial services, maintenance, and security. Supporting materials must include recent photographs, neighborhood maps showing building location, typical floor plans, and marketing materials if available. A signed certificate from the owner or authorized agent certifying the accuracy and completeness of all statements is required.

Proposals must be emailed to das.re@ct.gov with a copy to lex.simoneau@ct.gov and addressed to the Department of Administrative Services, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, Connecticut 06103, Attention: Statewide Leasing and Property Transfer - Suite 1402. Faxed proposals will not be accepted.

For leases valued at $50,000 or more, the awarded lessor must submit a certification at lease execution stating that no gifts have been given to Department of Administrative Services personnel or other specified individuals under Connecticut General Statute 4-252. Failure to make this certification results in disqualification. All proposers are deemed Prospective State Contractors and are subject to restrictions on gifts and campaign contributions under Section 9-612 of the Connecticut General Statutes. The Department reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.