Award of Lease in Abingdon, Virginia
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 General Services Administration (GSA), specifically the PBS R3 Office of Leasing, has issued an Award Notice for a succeeding lease in Abingdon, Virginia. This notice details the Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOTFOC) to negotiate a lease with the incumbent Lessor for office space required by the Public Defender Service. The current lease expires on May 6, 2027.
Scope of Lease
- Location: 100 ABINGDON PL, ABINGDON, VA
- Space: 3,940 rentable square feet (RSF) of office space, required on the second floor or higher, not co-located with other law enforcement agencies.
- Term: 10 years, commencing May 7, 2027.
- Estimated Cost: $25.33 per RSF per year, totaling $99,800.20 annually and an estimated $1,320,117.61 over the contract value.
Justification for Sole Source
The decision to award without full and open competition is based on 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), implemented through GSAR 570.402, which permits awards where substantial duplication of costs would result if awarded to another offeror. Remaining at the current location avoids significant relocation and replication costs for the Public Defender Service. A cost-benefit analysis confirmed that staying with the incumbent lessor is more cost-effective than relocating.
Market Research Findings
GSA conducted market research, including an advertisement on SAM.gov for 10 days starting April 14, 2025. Market rates in the area ranged from $21.94 to $25.29 per RSF, making the proposed rate of $25.33/RSF within 5% and deemed fair and reasonable. No other potentially acceptable alternative locations were identified that met the agency's specific needs, and no other sources expressed written interest in the acquisition.
Contract Details
- Type: Award Notice (Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Product Service Code: X1AA (Lease/Rental Of Office Buildings)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (sole-source justification)
- Published Date: April 24, 2026
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Elizabeth McCullough at elizabeth.mccullough@gsa.gov or 267-593-2398.