ITN for leased space - Polk County

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (the "Agency") is issuing an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) for leased warehouse/office space and related infrastructure in Polk County, Florida. The Agency is seeking detailed and competitive proposals for between 180,000 and 200,000 usable square feet of climate-controlled space to be used for emergency response. The proposed space must meet specific requirements for the warehouse, office, parking, utilities, security, and fire protection systems. The lease terms require a 3-year base term with one 3-year renewal option. Proposals are due by July 26, 2023, and the Agency plans to complete the evaluation and negotiation process by August 28, 2023, with a lease start date of January 1, 2024. The Agency will evaluate proposals based on factors such as rental rates, location, condition of the premises, and adequacy of parking. The lease will be structured as an industrial gross lease, with the lessor responsible for most operating expenses.

The ITN does not provide any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There are no listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the ITN does not specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The ITN also does not include any information about possible award values or budget ranges.