Lease extension proposed to SIU NF Fleet Depot in Corvallis, Or

The US Forest Service has been leasing space in Corvallis, Oregon, for the Siuslaw National Forest Fleet Depot since January 5, 2012, and is seeking to extend this lease for an additional five years, with a firm commitment for at least one year, unless more advantageous alternatives are proposed. The current lease encompasses depot and wareyard/parking areas within the city limits, with the warehouse space ranging from approximately 5,700 to 6,000 square feet and a yard/parking area of 1 to 1.5 acres accommodating up to 115 parking spaces. The government is open to considering alternative locations if they prove to be more cost-effective, factoring in relocation expenses such as physical move costs, infrastructure replication, and potential downtime. Interested parties are invited to submit expressions of interest by September 21, 2025, to the designated leasing specialist, Ryon Morrison, based in Portland, Oregon. The solicitation, posted by the Department of Agriculture’s Pacific Northwest Regional Office, emphasizes the importance of evaluating available spaces within Corvallis that meet the specified size and parking requirements. The contract aims to ensure the government maintains suitable depot and wareyard facilities while remaining open to more economical options through a competitive review process.