Lessors of Nonresidential Office Space for Lease

The U.S. Government, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking proposals from lessors of nonresidential office space in Lawrence, Kansas, to replace existing leased premises that are nearing lease expiration. The required space is approximately 1,140 square feet and must accommodate functional offices for government operations, adhering to strict construction and security standards outlined for Military Recruiting Facilities. These include compliance with federal, state, and local building codes, mandatory HVAC and energy efficiency requirements, specifications for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, and prohibitions on unauthorized telecommunications equipment as dictated by the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act. Prior approval from the Corps of Engineers is required for any deviations from these standards, and all proposed spaces must support the operational needs defined by the government’s facility requirements. Lease proposals must align with the general clauses established in GSA Form 3517B, which governs leasehold interests for federal properties and includes provisions on subletting restrictions, maintenance obligations, labor standards, cybersecurity, audits, and non-disturbance rights. The lease term, rent structure, and conditions for renewal or termination will be subject to negotiation within the framework of a standard government lease agreement. The space must also meet interior design and functional layout benchmarks similar to those shown in the example floor plan, which includes designated areas for offices, restrooms, storage, and testing zones with appropriate wiring, CCTV, and security features. Responses are due by July 1, 2026, and must be submitted to Kathy Cherrito at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, with a secondary contact provided for additional inquiry. The agency is evaluating economic feasibility, weighing relocation costs—including physical move expenses, tenant improvements, IT infrastructure replication, and operational downtime—against the benefits of securing new space in Lawrence or nearby locations.