WANTED TO LEASE BY THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA - Chico

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection seeks to lease approximately 10,976 net usable square feet of office and warehouse space in Chico, Butte County, along with 35 parking spaces compliant with applicable codes. The property must be asbestos-free upon occupancy and accommodate state plans, specifications, seismic safety requirements, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, and California Building Code standards including Title 24 energy efficiency provisions. Buildings must be located close to public transportation and comply with Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise requirements. The state will give preference to properties demonstrating LEED or Energy Star compliance where cost-effective. Interested property owners or their legally authorized agents must submit responses by April 21, 2026, with the property address, map, and project number 16677 via email or mail to RESD at 707 Third Street, 5th Floor, P.O. Box 989052, West Sacramento, CA 95798-9052. The contact for inquiries is Kimberly Godwin at 916.214.2498 or kimberly.godwin@dgs.ca.gov, with the overall deadline for submissions set at April 29, 2026.

This leasing opportunity is restricted to property owners or their legally authorized agents representing commercial real estate properties meeting the specified criteria within the designated boundaries of Chico (north of Highway 32 East, south of Highway 99 East, east of Highway 149, and west of Highway 99E). The state procurement is designed to support the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection's operational requirements and does not represent a solicitation for real estate transaction representation services. There is no specific budget range or award value disclosed in the posting, as this is a solicitation for lease space that will vary based on the terms negotiated with selected property owners. Properties are evaluated based on their compliance with health, safety, accessibility, and sustainability standards rather than competitive bidding processes. The Department of General Services administers this commercial real estate procurement as a full-service provider for state leasing needs.