Request for proposals for the lease of 5, 107 SF of space that consists of 4, 107 SF of usable office space and 1, 000 SF of warehouse space in raymondville, linn, or edinburg, texas for the texas animal health commission (TAHC)

The Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking to lease 5,107 square feet of space for the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) in Raymondville, Linn, or Edinburg, Texas. The procurement specifically requires 4,107 square feet of usable office space and 1,000 square feet of warehouse space to accommodate a regional TAHC office with 25 full-time employees. Proposers must submit one original and four copies of their proposal by July 8, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time, with an expected lease start date of May 1, 2026 or sooner. The evaluation criteria will weight pricing at 50% of the total score, facility/property condition at 25%, and vendor experience and financial condition at 20%, with additional considerations for location, site plan, zoning, and compliance with Texas Accessibility Standards. Key deliverables include a comprehensive space meeting detailed room requirements, such as a 750 sq ft conference room, 400 sq ft laboratory, dedicated offices for various staff roles, and a 1,000 sq ft warehouse with specific technical specifications.

The RFP does not explicitly indicate set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or specific restrictions on responding organizations. The lease will be available for either five or ten-year terms, with proposals required to complete cost sheets for both duration options, including base rent, janitorial costs, and utility expenses. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract is contingent upon continued legislative funding, and the Texas Facilities Commission reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. The proposed space must meet specific technical requirements, including climate control, accessibility standards, and provisions for specialized equipment like microscopes and server room cooling. Though exact budget ranges are not specified, proposers will need to provide detailed pricing that demonstrates cost-effectiveness and meets the comprehensive space and functional requirements for the TAHC regional office.