X---Savannah, Georgia The Department of Veterans Affairs Seeks Expressions of Interest for 55,193 Net Usable Square Feet of Clinic Space in Savannah, GA General Information Document type: Presolicitation Notice Solicitation Number: VA101-13-1-0130 Posted Date: April 23, 2013 Original Response Date: May 9, 2013 Current Response Date: May 16, 2013 Original Response Date: --- Original Archive Date: --- Current Archive Date: --- Classification Code: X-Lease or rental of facilities Set Aside: N/A Contracting Office Address Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Construction & Facilities Management (003C1E), 425 I Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001 Description: The United States Government, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is seeking to lease approximately 55,193 net usable square feet (NUSF) - approximately 68,000 rentable square feet (RSF) - of space for use by VA as an Outpatient Clinic in Savannah, Georgia. VA will consider both existing building space and/or land for new construction of a build-to-suit building; in the case of a land submittal, developers will be responsible for performing all due diligence and developing the property. If the space is existing, it must be located on one or two (2) contiguous floors; first and second floor space is preferred. Space must be contiguous, with an open floor plan, and can be provided by modifying existing space. If space offered is on more than one floor, a minimum of one passenger and one combination (passenger/freight) elevator must be provided. Net usable square feet does not include such areas as stairs, elevators (elevator shafts), mechanical and utility rooms, ducts, shafts, vestibules, public corridors and public toilets required by local code. The building must meet certain security requirements as set forth in the Interagency Security Committee Standards and the Department of Justice Security Standards. Newly constructed buildings must comply with VA's Life Safety Protected Physical Security Design Manual. The building must be constructed of masonry, concrete, or steel framing. If land is offered it must be between eight (8) and twelve (12) acres and able to accommodate the desired square footage, security setbacks, and parking requirements as noted below. Sites submitted will be given a score of Pass or Fail. Sites that do NOT meet the minimum requirements and are given a failing grade will NOT be considered further and offers for buildings on such sites will NOT be evaluated. For both the existing building and land scenario an on-site parking lot must accommodate the greater of: (i) local code required pro-rata share of parking allotted to the building for the duration of the lease term or (ii) a minimum of four hundred (400) dedicated, standard sized, parking spaces. The building and parking area must be fully accessible meeting all requirements of Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards (ABAAS). EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION, AS KNOWN OR AVAILABLE. PLEASE PROVIDE AS MUCH INFORMATION AS POSSIBLE TO ENABLE VA TO EVALUATE YOUR OFFERED PROPERTY. VA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ELIMINATE A PROPERTY THAT FAILS TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT INFORMATION. For All Existing Building and Land Sites: (1) Site address or location description and legal description (2) Location on map demonstrating the site is within the delineated area (3) Ingress/egress to street(s) (4) Evidence of proper zoning for medical office use (5) FEMA map evidencing that the property lies outside the 100-year floodplain (6) Narrative and map depicting proximity to the nearest bus and/or train stop (7) Access to site from major transportation routes (8) Brokers or legal representatives must show written acknowledgement and permission to represent property (9) Property Owners and/or developers must provide written proof of ownership or non-contingent control of property at the time of submission of initial bids (10) Specific information on site ownership and any known title issues, defects, deed restrictions and encumbrances (11) Describe any future development affecting the site including neighboring projects and road/public utility line construction In addition: For Land Sites: (1) Size of parcel, amount (or range) of usable acreage offered, and an indication on how the parcel acreage meets the needs described above (2) Site plan, survey and/or plat map of the site indicating the location of the parcel offered. Site plan should include location of utilities, any easements (above and below ground), adjacent roads, and/or other encumbrances affecting the potential development of the parcel. Include any grading, drainage or sewer plans that have been or will be completed in the future. For Existing Buildings: (1) Age of building and owner (2) Total existing net usable square feet (3) Site plan depicting the building as is (4) Block or floor plan of space proposed for offer (5) Identification on site plan demonstrating location of parking to be dedicated for VA's use Lease Term: Up to a 20-year firm-term. Location: To be considered, submission must be within or bordering the delineated area as follows: DELINEATED AREA: Submitted properties must be located within the delineated area which is bound by the following roads: Northern Boundary - Highway 80 / I-516 / Highway 26 Eastern Boundary - Skidway Drive Southern Boundary - East Montgomery Cross Road / Abercorn Street / Highway 204 / Old River Road Western Boundary - Old River Road A map is provided for further clarification: All interested parties should respond to this announcement no later than May 16, 2013, 4:00 PM EST. In order to receive SFO documents, any Correspondences, and Amendments prior to Initial Offers, please submit your response to: PUBLIC PROPERTIES ATTN: BRAD SEIFERT 3210 GRACE STREET, NW SUITE 100 WASHINGTON, DC 20007 DIRECT:
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contact@example.gov RESPONDENTS ARE ADVISED THAT THE VA ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY TO AWARD A LEASE BASED UPON RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT and THE GOVERNMENT WILL PAY NO MORE THAN THE APPRAISED FAIR MARKET RENTAL VALUE FOR SPACE. This announcement may also be found at www.fbo.gov
