General Services Administration (GSA) Request for Lease Proposal (RLP), Solicitation No. 5TX0931, Houston, Texas
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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 General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking proposals for a Request for Lease Proposal (RLP), Solicitation No. 5TX0931, to lease 29,600 ABOA square feet of office and lab (special use) space in Houston, Texas. The government is considering alternative space as its current lease is expiring, seeking an economically advantageous solution. Proposals are due by June 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
GSA requires 29,600 ABOA square feet of office and lab (special use) space within a delineated area of Houston, TX, bounded by Beltway 8 (North), Interstate 69 (East), Hardy Toll Road (West), and Aldine Mail Right Rd. (South). Key requirements include:
- Space Type & Size: Exactly 29,600 ABOA Sq. Ft. for office and lab (special use).
- Parking: 130 reserved surface parking spaces are required, with an additional 130 commercially available parking spaces within one walkable block.
- Lease Term: A full term of 20 years, with a firm term of 18 years.
- Building Characteristics: Must be in a prime commercial/business office district with attractive, professional surroundings. The building cannot be in a retail setting and must be at least 300 walkable feet from homeless shelters, dispensaries, drug treatment facilities, law enforcement, manufacturing/industrial zones, and K-12 schools.
- Configuration: Space must be contiguous on one floor or vertically contiguous on two floors, with ground or lower levels preferred for easy public access. It must allow for an efficient layout of required adjacencies.
- Accessibility & Services: Requires LEED Certification Interior Design and Construction (LEED ID+C). A loading dock and an accessible freight elevator (minimum 44" door clearance, capable of accommodating a full-sized palette if multi-story) are mandatory. The space must allow for separate public and employee entrances.
- Amenities: Three to five amenities must be located within a safe, walkable 1/2 mile of the building.
- Structural: Minimum floor load of 150 PSF for files and storage, and minimum column spacing of 20' X 20'.
- Compliance: Offered space must meet Government requirements for fire safety, accessibility, seismic, and sustainability standards. It must not be in the 1-percent-annual chance floodplain and must comply with Section 889 of the FY19 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
- Lease Type: A fully serviced lease is required. Subleases will not be considered.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Request for Lease Proposal (RLP)
- Full Term: 20 Years
- Firm Term: 18 Years
- Response Date: June 18, 2026
- Estimated Occupancy: May 2026
Submission Requirements
Expressions of Interest must include:
- Name of Owner and property authorization letter.
- Address or locational description of the building.
- Age of building, total gross square feet, and gross square feet per floor.
- Site plan, floor plan, and identification of on-site parking.
- Maps demonstrating the building is within the delineated area, showing public transportation stops, and amenities within close proximity.
- Evidence of ownership (or permission/authority for non-owners).
- Information related to title issues, easements, and restrictions.
Additional Notes
Entities not currently registered in SAM.gov are advised to begin the registration process promptly. The government will consider the availability of alternative space and relocation costs when making its determination.
Contact: Michael Noye, Lease Contracting Officer, at (817) 201-9326 or Michael.noye@gsa.gov.