Government seeking office space in Roanoke, VA

The General Services Administration, through the PBS Office of Leasing, is soliciting proposals under Request for Lease Proposal 3VA0788 for office space in Roanoke, Virginia. The government seeks the best value through a lowest priced technically acceptable award process, utilizing a phased evaluation approach where due diligence is conducted only for the apparent lowest priced offeror. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Requirement Specific Acquisition Platform by 5:00 PM EST on September 2, 2026. HUBZone small business concerns may receive a price evaluation preference unless waived. The lease requires the lessor to provide a functional building shell with specific technical standards, including HVAC systems delivering 0.75 cubic feet per minute per ABOA SF and electrical distribution of at least 4 watts per ABOA SF. Compliance with ANSI/ASHRAE 62.1 for air quality and the Energy Policy Act of 2005 for water conservation is mandatory. The lessor must also ensure all materials are TSCA Title VI compliant and treated with fire retardants. Security requirements include detailed cost breakdowns for countermeasures and strict protocols for reporting cybersecurity incidents affecting federal tenants. Administrative requirements include mandatory registration in the System for Award Management and the submission of GSA Forms 1364 and 1217, along with CAD floor plans in .DWG format. Rental payments are to be made monthly in arrears on the first workday of each month via Electronic Funds Transfer. Acceptance of the space is contingent upon substantial completion, the provision of a valid Certificate of Occupancy, and adherence to approved design intent drawings.