Description
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking to lease approximately 2,031 square feet of retail space in Seattle, WA for an Armed Forces Career Center (Military Recruiting Office). The lease term is for 5 years, with the option for the Government to terminate the lease. The space must meet specific requirements, including being located in a prime retail area, having a professional retail setting, and meeting Government requirements for security, fire life safety, and handicapped accessibility. The offeror must provide a fully serviced lease, including base rent, CAM, utilities, and janitorial services. Some key requirements include:
• Space must be located in a prime retail area with attractive surroundings and a prevalence of modern design and/or tasteful rehabilitation in modern use.
• Space shall be located in a professional retail setting and preferably not within close proximity to residential areas, railroad tracks, or power transmission lines.
• Space should not be located within the 100-year flood plain or wetland unless the Government has determined it to be the only practicable alternative.
• Space should not be located near establishments whose primary operation is the sale of alcoholic beverages, firearms sold/discharged, marijuana dispensaries, or where there are tenants or invitees related to drug treatment or detention facilities.
• Employee and visitor entrances of the Building must be connected to public sidewalks or street by continuous, accessible sidewalks.
• Regularly scheduled public transportation (if provided by municipality) during the workday is required within 1,000 feet.
• Parking must be available per local code and be available within walkable 4 blocks from the building.
• Subleases are not acceptable.
• Retail space should be on the ground floor.
• Space configuration shall be conducive to an efficient layout.
The USACE will evaluate proposals based on the best value, considering factors such as past performance, price, and other factors.