Market Search - DNR - Walla Walla County

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources, through the Department of Enterprise Services, is soliciting proposals for leasing approximately 3,572 rentable square feet of office space, vehicle storage, and dormitory accommodations located in Walla Walla County. The solicitation, referenced as project number 25-09-312, was issued in October 2025 and seeks a minimum lease term of five years, with the anticipated occupancy date set for July 1, 2026. The leased facility must be fully code-compliant and conditioned, featuring plumbing, electrical power, lighting, HVAC systems, and suitable site infrastructure to support agency operations. Requirements include secured vehicle parking, fenced storage for chemicals and bait, private offices, cubicles, touchdown workstations, conference and wellness rooms, as well as telecommunications infrastructure, accommodating both full-time and drop-in staffing arrangements. Proposers must submit proof of ownership for the property and demonstrate compliance with prevailing wage laws and energy efficiency standards, specifically adhering to the Washington State Energy Code and RCW 39.12 prevailing wage requirements. The solicitation emphasizes location and zoning criteria within a defined geographic area of Walla Walla County, requiring proposals to align with both operational needs and state leasing standards outlined in the State Standard Lease (Appendix E). The leasing terms reflect state government requirements rather than federal acquisition regulations, and no federal FAR clauses are incorporated. Evaluation factors, pricing, and formal award criteria are not detailed in the current documentation, indicating this is an early-stage market search solicitation inviting responses and site proposals. Administrative contact for submissions and inquiries is Jessie Russell from DES Real Estate Services, with proposals due by October 14, 2027. The overall focus prioritizes space allocation tailored to agency programmatic needs, compliance with regulatory and labor standards, and facility readiness for the targeted lease term commencing in mid-2026.