DOA Transition Office Space Located in The City Of Providence

The Rhode Island Department of Administration is seeking proposals for short-term commercial office space in Providence, Rhode Island, to serve as transition offices for newly elected general officers following the 2026 general election. The required space must be located within a two-mile radius of the Rhode Island State House and be in move-in ready, fully or partially furnished condition. The lease term is scheduled for two and a half months, beginning November 1, 2026, and ending January 16, 2027. Offerors can propose various configurations, ranging from a single large office of 3,500 to 4,000 square feet to multiple smaller offices of 1,500 to 2,000 square feet, each with specific requirements for private offices, conference rooms, and parking. Proposals are evaluated on a 100-point scale, with a mandatory technical minimum score of 55 points required to proceed to the cost evaluation phase. Key evaluation factors include building condition, cost, location, landlord capacity, and lease terms. All proposed properties must strictly comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rhode Island State Fire Code, and other relevant state and federal accessibility and safety regulations. Landlords are required to provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including a combined single limit of at least $1,000,000 for general liability and full replacement cost for fire and extended coverage. Submissions must be made through the Ocean State Procures portal and include a technical lease proposal, a cost lease proposal, and various certifications, including a conflict of interest attestation and property ownership disclosures.