Lessors of Nonresidential Office Space for Lease

The U.S. Government is seeking information from lessors of nonresidential office space in Springfield, Missouri, to replace expiring leased premises currently occupied by a federal agency. The government requires approximately 1,700 square feet of office space and is evaluating the economic feasibility of relocating, factoring in moving costs, replication of tenant improvements, telecommunications infrastructure, and potential agency downtime. This is a sources-sought notice with solicitation number DACA415270000400, posted on July 28, 2026, and responses are due by August 4, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 53112 and is administered by the W071 Endist Kansas City office of the Department of Defense. Lessors must comply with general lease clauses governing subletting, assignment, subordination, non-disturbance, attornment, labor standards, maintenance, payment, audits, and cybersecurity, as outlined in GSA Form 3517B. The lease will require adherence to federal, state, and local building, fire, and accessibility codes including NFPA 101, IBC, and ANSI/ASHRAE 90.1, with strict indoor air quality standards such as formaldehyde limits of 0.016 ppm and CO₂ levels no more than 700 ppm above outdoor air. The Space must achieve substantial completion with a Certificate of Occupancy issued by local authorities, and all construction must use Energy Star-rated, low-VOC, and recyclable materials with ceiling tiles meeting a minimum NRC of 0.65. Performance is tied to the physical premises location, with acceptance occurring on-site after inspection by the government, which holds no responsibility for construction quality. Clauses from FAR and GSAR are incorporated, including requirements for small business utilization, subcontracting plans with Alternate III, employment reports on veterans, cybersecurity safeguards such as basic safeguarding of information systems, and personal identity verification for personnel accessing federal facilities. Offerors must represent their size status and socioeconomic classifications through FAR 52.219-8 and 52.219-9, and must comply with reporting obligations for covered telecommunications equipment under FAR 52.204-25. While no contract value, pricing structure, or evaluation factors are disclosed, submissions to Katie Long at kathryn.c.long@usace.army.mil must include detailed architectural, engineering