REQUEST FOR LEASE PROPOSALS FOR OFFICE SPACE IN HORRY COUNTY FOR THE SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY

The State of South Carolina, through the Department of Administration's Real Property Services, is seeking lease proposals for approximately 2,000 rentable square feet of office space in Horry County (Myrtle Beach) for the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy. The requirement is for a gross lease, meaning the landlord must cover all operating expenses, including utilities, janitorial services, taxes, insurance, and comprehensive building and HVAC maintenance. Proposals must provide rates for lease terms of 3, 5, 7, or 10 years, with an expected occupancy date no later than February 2027. The desired space must be barrier-free, hazard-free, and smoke-free, meeting all American Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. Technical specifications include CAT-6 certified cabling, VOIP support, and fiber optic network access. The facility must provide 24/7 access with operational HVAC during after-hours and weekends, secure building entry, and the ability to install security cameras. Square footage must be calculated according to the ANSI/BOMA-Z65.1-1996 standard. Proposals must be submitted using form FMPS-202E and include a proposed floor plan. Submissions are due by 4:00 PM on December 4, 2026, to Real Property Services via mail or email. Evaluation is based on cost analysis, responsiveness to requirements, and space efficiency. Certain conditions, such as requiring the pass-through of operating expenses, requesting reimbursement of tenant improvements upon early termination, or using a non-standard lease form, will result in disqualification. Additionally, direct contact with the Department of Children’s Advocacy is prohibited and may lead to automatic disqualification.