X1DB--Defiance New/Replacing

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to lease 13,200 square feet of contiguous office space in Defiance, Ohio, for a new or replacement clinic. This procurement is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and is classified under NAICS code 531120. The government will utilize a best value tradeoff process for the award, where technical factors—including design adherence to agency-specific requirements, site quality, and the professional qualifications of the project team—are considered significantly more important than price. The lease may extend up to 20 years, and the selected lessor must comply with Facility Security Level II standards and the Davis-Bacon Act for construction labor. Key requirements for the facility include adherence to ANSI/BOMA occupant area standards, ADA compliance for all entrances, and strict fire and life safety evaluations based on NFPA 101. The lessor is responsible for providing a comprehensive design concept that avoids unacceptable materials such as vinyl or shingle roofs and ensures efficient patient and visitor entry sequences. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format by September 14, 2026, and must be divided by evaluation factors without including pricing in the technical volume. The contract incorporates various GSA and FAR clauses, including strict prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment and requirements for the safeguarding of Controlled Unclassified Information.