Description
The USDA is seeking a private landlord to lease a contiguous office space of approximately 3,600–4,347 rentable square feet in Derwood, Maryland, for a 15‑year term (first 10 years firm). The lease must include 2 reserved government vehicle parking spaces, 9 visitor spaces, and 18 non‑reserved employee spaces, with 24/7 access for the agency and compliance with fire, accessibility, seismic, and sustainability standards. The space must be on the first floor (or have an elevator if above grade), not be in a floodplain, and cannot be adjacent to certain prohibited businesses. The proposal is due 10/30/2026, with occupancy expected 3/1/2027.
• Minimum 3,600 ABOA, maximum 4,347 RSF office and related space
• 15‑year lease (10‑year firm term, 120‑day termination rights)
• Required parking: 2 government vehicle spaces, 9 visitor, 18 employee
• Must meet fire safety, accessibility, seismic, sustainability, and floodplain restrictions
• First‑floor preferred; if above grade, elevator required
• 24/7 government access; normal hours M‑F 6 AM‑6 PM
• Lease must be fully serviced; subleases not allowed
• Proposal deadline 30 Oct 2026; occupancy 1 Mar 2027