Armed Forces Career Center - Lumberton, North Carolina
Overview
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Set Aside
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Savannah District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is soliciting lease proposals for 4100-5100 gross rentable square feet of commercial retail space in Lumberton, North Carolina (28358 zip code). This space is intended for Armed Forces Recruiting purposes. The Government seeks a full-service lease for a five-year term with termination rights. Proposals are due by June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the lease of commercial retail space to serve as an Armed Forces Career Center. The Government's preference is for a full-service lease including base rent, Common Area Maintenance (CAM), utilities, and janitorial services. The space must provide non-exclusive parking for 12 government vehicles available 24/7. The lease term is five (5) years with Government termination rights.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Solicitation for Lease Proposals (Government Lease Agreement Form L100)
- Agency: Department of the Army, USACE Savannah District
- Place of Performance: Lumberton, NC (28358)
- Lease Term: Five (5) years with Government termination rights
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Date: June 11, 2026, 03:59 AM Z
- Published Date: May 15, 2026, 03:14 PM Z
Submission Requirements
Interested respondents, including building owners or their exclusive representatives, must submit a comprehensive proposal. Required documents include:
- Proposal to Lease Space Document (signed by lessor)
- Proposed Floor Plan
- Initial Alterations Quote
- Exclusivity Agreement (if representing a building owner, dated prior to the announcement)
Evaluation Factors
The Government will consider factors such as the availability of suitable space, overall costs (including tenant improvements, telecommunication infrastructure, and non-productive agency downtime), and rent. The offered space must meet Government requirements as outlined in the Government Lease.
Key Lease Terms & Clauses
- The Government Lease outlines specific requirements for premises, rent payment (monthly in arrears via EFT), lessor obligations (maintenance, janitorial, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, indoor air quality), and construction/alteration standards.
- General Clauses and Addendum include standard contractual terms covering performance, payment, standards of conduct, audits, disputes, labor standards, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications and video surveillance services/equipment (FAR 52.204-25, GSAR 552.204-70).
- The Proposal to Lease Space Worksheet is the form for structuring proposals, detailing premises, rates, and lease terms.
Additional Notes
All contractors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to award. The SAM.gov registration process, including the notarized letter requirement for Entity Administrators, can take several weeks, so early registration is highly encouraged to avoid delays.
Contact Information
- Primary: Patricia Howard, patricia.a.howard@usace.army.mil, 912-652-5917
- Secondary: Johnita Jackson, johnita.jackson2@usace.army.mil, 912-652-5634