Market Search - SAO - Yakima

The Washington State Auditor’s Office (SAO), through the Washington Department of Enterprise Services (DES), is conducting a market search for leasing approximately 1,912 BOMA rentable square feet of office space within a 10-mile radius of Yakima, Washington. The lease term is targeted for five years, with occupancy to commence on September 1, 2026. The required space must comply with state leasing standards, including the Washington State Energy Code, prevailing wage laws under RCW 39.12, and adhere to FEMA-defined floodplain restrictions by being located outside the 100-year floodplain. Key facility requirements include at least three walled offices for audit management staff, ten touchdown stations for mobile employees, one conference room capable of seating 16 or more individuals, an enclosed collaboration room for four, a secured IT cabinet, and a breakroom equipped with necessary amenities. Additionally, adequate parking for both personal and government vehicles, proper zoning for office use, and proximity to public transportation are mandated. Proposers must submit proof of property ownership via a clear title report or certified deed, and compliance with all relevant codes and state lease provisions as detailed in multiple appendices including leased space requirements, space allocation, and standard state lease terms. The proposed location must fall within defined geographic boundaries encompassing the Yakima County area but excluding the downtown Yakima corridor, specifically bounded by Selah, Terrace Heights, Union Gap, and Summitview. While no federal acquisition clauses apply, this state-level solicitation emphasizes energy efficiency, space utilization goals, and operational suitability for audit staff, incorporating remote, mobile, and resident work styles. The solicitation does not specify price or evaluation scoring criteria but highlights mandatory compliance requirements and desired building features. Responses are due by June 10, 2027, and the designated point of contact is Trevor Lybbert of DES Real Estate Services. The overall effort aims to identify suitable office lease opportunities that meet both the functional needs of the SAO and regulatory standards, facilitating efficient and compliant workspace in Yakima County for the specified lease duration.