USDA Seeks to Lease Office and Related Space in Gaylord, MI (Otsego County)
Overview
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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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the lease of office and related space in Gaylord, Michigan (Otsego County). This presolicitation aims to identify suitable properties offering between 3,506 and 3,681 ABOA square feet (up to 4,207 RSF). Expressions of Interest are due by May 18, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The USDA requires a fully serviced lease for office space within a specific delineated area in Gaylord, MI. The space must be contiguous, on one floor (with an accessible elevator if above ground level), and compatible with government use. Key requirements include:
- Size: 3,506-3,681 ABOA sq ft (4,207 RSF maximum).
- Parking: Ten (10) reserved for Government, fifteen (15) reserved for customers, and fifteen (15) non-reserved for employees (on-site or within 0.25 miles). Parking lot must accommodate pull-through for trucks, trailers, or farm equipment.
- Location Restrictions: Must not be near establishments primarily selling alcoholic beverages or firearms, drug treatment/detention facilities, or contain living quarters. Space must not be in a 100-year floodplain.
- Standards: Offered space must meet Government requirements for fire safety, accessibility (ABAAS), seismic, and sustainability standards. Compliance with Section 889 of the FY19 NDAA (telecommunications prohibitions) is also required.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Lease)
- Term: Up to 20 years full term, with up to 10 years firm term.
- Termination Rights: 120 days, in whole or in part.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Expressions of Interest Due: May 18, 2026.
- Published Date: May 5, 2026.
Submission Requirements (Expressions of Interest)
Interested parties must submit comprehensive details, including:
- Building name, address, and location of available space (with site/lot plans, interior layouts, dimensions).
- Rentable and ABOA square footage.
- Date of space availability.
- Authorization letter from the owner if the offeror is not the owner.
- Amount and type of on-site parking.
- Photos of the space/site or permission for market survey photography.
- For existing buildings: information on building systems, roof, foundation, current floor plan, or a recent commercial inspection/appraisal.
- Confirmation of compliance with ABAAS and Fire Protection & Life Safety requirements.
- For new construction/expansion: confirmation of National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) compliance.
Contact Information
All Expressions of Interest and inquiries should be directed to Iris Bates at Iris.Bates@usda.gov. Entities not registered in SAM.gov are advised to begin the registration process.