Real Estate Lease - Salem

The Commonwealth of Virginia's Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking a real estate lease for the Virginia State Police (VSP) in or within 10 miles of Salem, Virginia. The Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks approximately 43,000 usable square feet of office space with a lease term of either 60 or 120 months, including two 5-year renewal options. Key procurement objectives include securing a full-service rental space that meets specific operational requirements, with desired features such as tenant improvement allowance, furniture and equipment amortization, and potential rent abatement incentives. The solicitation requires potential lessors to provide a comprehensive office solution that accommodates the VSP's operational needs, with proposals due by June 28, 2024. Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. is serving as the Commonwealth's real estate broker, and interested parties can direct inquiries to John Simmons at 804-396-0642 or John.Simmons@jll.com. The lease is subject to approval by the Governor of Virginia and dependent on funding availability.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for small, minority-owned, or woman-owned businesses. The Commonwealth will pay a 4% commission to the real estate broker, with the landlord responsible for this expense. While no specific budget range is detailed, the full-service lease will require a competitive, flat rental rate. The tenant will not provide a security deposit, and the lease includes additional rights such as signage permissions, telecommunications access, and first right of refusal on contiguous space. The procurement is structured to allow flexibility for potential lessors while maintaining strict requirements for office space quality, location, and functionality. Ultimately, the lease will be awarded based on meeting the VSP's operational specifications, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with the Commonwealth's real estate needs.