The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeks to lease the following space in Mountain City (Johnson Co) TN

Quick Summary

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) for a lease of general-purpose office and related space in Mountain City, Johnson County, TN. This is a presolicitation for a facility ranging from 2,230 to 2,342 ABOA SF. The latest modification updates the total proposed lease term to Ten (10) Years. Expressions of Interest are due by 4:30 PM Eastern, Friday, February 6, 2026.

Scope of Work

The USDA requires a minimum of 2,230 ABOA SF and a maximum of 2,342 ABOA SF, with a maximum of 2,782 Rentable Square Feet (RSF). The space must be within the City Limits of Mountain City, TN. Parking requirements include:

• One (1) reserved space for Government-Owned Vehicles (GOVs).
• Ten (10) reserved spaces for USDA producers/visitors.
• Seven (7) non-reserved (public) spaces for USDA employees. Reserved parking must be on-site and within 300 feet of the public entrance. Non-reserved parking can be on-site or within 0.25 walkable miles. The parking lot must have pull-through capabilities and not be obstructed.

Lease Details

• Total Proposed Lease Term: Ten (10) Years (120-Months)
• Firm Term: Five (5) Years (60-Months)
• Full Term: Ten (10) Years (120-Months)
• Option Term: None
• Termination Rights: 120 days written notice after the firm lease term.
• Tenant Improvements: Turnkey with Pre-Award DIDs.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Space must be contiguous, continuous, and on one floor (first floor preferred). If above ground, an accessible elevator is required.
  • Professional office environment, compatible with Government's intended use.
  • No living quarters, or adjacent businesses selling alcohol/firearms or related to drug treatment/detention.
  • 24/7 access for the Government (normal hours M-F 6 AM-6 PM).
  • Must meet fire safety, accessibility (ABAAS), seismic, and sustainability standards.
  • Fully serviced lease required.
  • Not located in the 1-percent-annual chance floodplain.
  • Subleases are not acceptable.
  • Compliance with Section 889 of the FY19 NDAA regarding telecommunications prohibitions is required.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Presolicitation (Lease)
• Set-Aside: None specified
• Expressions of Interest Due: 4:30 PM Eastern, Friday, February 6, 2026
• Published Date (Latest Modification): March 18, 2026
• Estimated Occupancy: Within 90 days of Government's issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP) for Tenant Improvements.

Submission Requirements

Expressions of Interest must reference project number 57-47019-26-FA and include:

• Completed Lease Market Survey Form (MS-2991) for existing buildings.
• Building name, legal address, location of space, site/lot plans, interior layout drawings (with dimensions) for existing buildings.
• Site/aerial plans, parcel numbers, and ingress/egress for new construction land sites.
• RSF and ABOA square feet offered.
• Date of space availability.
• Amount and type of on-site parking, or map for off-site parking.
• Photos of the space/site, or permission to photograph.
• Information on building systems, roof, foundation, and current floor plan for existing buildings (or recent inspection/appraisal).
• Written authorization if the offeror is not the owner, or if a broker represents the owner/multiple entities.
• Confirmation of compliance with ABAAS, Seismic Safety, Fire Protection & Life Safety, and NEPA (for new construction/expansion).

Contact Information

Lease Contracting Officer: Shannon Schoening Email: SHANNON.SCHOENING@USDA.GOV