Real Estate Lease - Manassas

The Commonwealth of Virginia Department of General Services, Division of Real Estate Services, is requesting proposals for a commercial real estate lease of approximately 14,300 usable square feet in Manassas, Virginia to house a Department of Motor Vehicles customer service center, with proposals due August 31, 2026.

The space will deliver driver-license issuance, driver testing, identification, vehicle registration, vital records, and voter registration services. The premises must be easily identifiable, conveniently located to surrounding communities, and have public transportation access. The Commonwealth requires 198 parking spaces in close proximity to the leased premises, included in rent. Proposers must comply with ADA requirements, provide janitorial services five days per week, allow access for telecommunications infrastructure installation including roof-mounted equipment, and agree to the Commonwealth's standard Deed of Lease form with non-negotiable terms including waiver of sovereign immunity prohibitions, no binding arbitration, and compliance with state appropriation requirements.

The initial lease term is 120 months with two five-year renewal options at 95% of prevailing market rate (not to exceed 102% of then-current base rent). The Commonwealth requests a flat, full-service rental rate covering all operating expenses, including refurbishment allowances for new carpet, flooring, and paint. Lease commencement is required no later than December 1, 2029. The Commonwealth will conduct a test-fit space plan at Commonwealth expense if the space meets finalist criteria and requests turnkey tenant improvements with construction documents, competitive bidding, and construction management.

JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.), representing the Commonwealth as tenant representative, will receive 4% of gross lease revenue over the initial term, paid 50% at lease execution and 50% upon occupancy. Proposers must complete a Commonwealth Substitute W-9 form. The lease is subject to Governor approval and General Assembly appropriation of funds. Contact: Thomas Jackman, 202-219-5624, thomas.jackman@jll.com.