Lease extension proposed to Enterprise Fire Depot in Enterprise, OR

The US Forest Service has been leasing space in Enterprise, Oregon, for the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Fire Depot since 2007 and is now seeking to extend this lease for an additional five years, with a firm commitment for at least the first year. The agency is open to considering alternative locations if they prove to be more cost-effective, factoring in expenses related to moving, infrastructure replication, and potential downtime. The current lease covers a warehouse and depot space within the city limits of Enterprise, with a minimum of 15,000 square feet and up to 16,000 square feet, along with a wareyard and parking area spanning 20-21 acres, accommodating approximately 94 parking spaces. Interested parties are invited to submit expressions of interest by September 29, 2025, with the lease's total duration being five years, including a firm term of one year. The solicitation is managed by the USDA Department of Agriculture’s Pacific Northwest Regional Office, located in Portland, Oregon. Key contacts include Ryon Morrison, the leasing specialist, and Ronald Feist, with responses and inquiries directed to Morrison. The procurement process emphasizes evaluating the availability and suitability of alternative spaces against the costs and logistical considerations associated with relocating the Fire Depot.