US GOVERNMENT SEEKS SOURCES FOR LEASED RETAIL AND RELATED SPACE, HOUSTON, TX
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential sources for leased retail and related space in Houston, TX (zip code 77084). This is a request for approximately 1,158 gross square feet of existing Class A or B retail space. Expressions of interest are due by September 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
USACE requires existing Class A or B retail space that meets specific criteria:
- Location: Houston, TX, specifically zip code 77084.
- Size: Approximately 1,158 gross square feet.
- Compliance: Building specifications must comply with all federal, state, and local ordinances.
- Security: Force protection standards must be in compliance with the Department of Defense's Unified Facility Criteria.
- Parking: Space must be outfitted with either designated or open parking.
- Occupancy: Space must be ready for occupancy by September 30, 2026.
- Lease Term: An initial five-year lease is intended.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: September 30, 2026, by 22:00 UTC
- Published: April 16, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should include the following in their expressions of interest:
- Building name and address
- Floor plan drawing
- Digital photo of the street view of the property
- Area (BOMA rentable square feet & BOMA usable square feet)
- Rental rate per square foot rentable space
- Common area factor(s) for available space, if applicable
Additional Notes
This notice is a request for information only and does not constitute a solicitation for offers. Interested parties may contact William Johnston at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, ATTN: CESWF-RE-A (Johnston), 819 Taylor Street, Rm 2A06, Fort Worth, TX 76102-0300, or via email at William.B.Johnston@usace.army.mil. Please note that email programs may prevent sending or receiving certain types of file attachments; check your email settings.