Ashlyn Wharton is a government contact. Ashlyn is associated with 30 contracts. Activity spans Real Estate and Rental and Leasing and Lessors of Other Real Estate Property.
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The Norfolk District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is soliciting lease proposals for approximately 4,375 square feet of retail space to house a U.S. Armed Forces Recruiting Office in Richmond, Virginia. The desired location is bounded by Robious Road to the north, Reams Road to the south, N. Arch Road to the east, and Courthouse Road to the west. Proposals must be submitted by 3:00 PM EST on November 13, 2026, though the solicitation is subject to immediate termination if funds do not become available by that date.
The lease will be governed by GSA Form 3517B general clauses and requires the lessor to provide space that meets American National Standards Institute/Building Owners and Managers Association Office Area standards. Key requirements include the delivery of a valid Certificate of Occupancy or a certified report from a licensed fire protection engineer, and strict adherence to OSHA safety standards. Payments will be made monthly in arrears via Electronic Funds Transfer. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management with a validated Unique Entity Identifier, CAGE code, and Taxpayer Identification Number. Additionally, lessors must provide official certification of authorization for any individuals or property managers signing the lease on behalf of the owner or corporate entity.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, is soliciting lease proposals for approximately 2,000 gross square feet of retail space in Chesapeake, Virginia, to establish a U.S. Armed Forces Recruiting Office. The space must be located within a defined area bounded by the Western Branch North and South, Alexander Corner, and Highway 664, and must meet stringent operational, safety, and accessibility requirements. The solicitation, identified as DACA655260000800, seeks a fully serviced, turnkey lease for a term of up to five years, with the Lessor responsible for all operating costs including real estate taxes, insurance, utilities, janitorial services, and parking. The lease requires 24-hour unrestricted access, dedicated communications infrastructure such as DSL or T1 connectivity, two means of egress, compliance with fire protection and life safety codes including automatic sprinklers and alarm systems, and adequate parking for both applicants and government vehicles within specified walking distances. The Lessor must also provide a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment compliant with ASTM E1527-13 and ensure the facility meets all ADA accessibility standards prior to acceptance.
Proposals must be submitted via email or express delivery no later than 3:00 p.m. EST on June 25, 2026, and must include completed USACE Recruiting Form 1364, an initialed version of the USACE Recruiting Lease Form L100, General Clauses 3517B, Certification of Authorization, and an Agency Agreement if a property manager is signing on behalf of the owner. The solicitation requires offers to comply with OMB Circular A-11 operating lease requirements and demonstrate an efficient layout approved by the Regional Economic Coordinator. Award will be made based on best value, with technical factors—location within the delineated market zone, neighborhood quality, accessibility, visibility within the building, and parking availability—each weighing approximately equal to price, which is to be submitted as a gross annual rate per square foot. Proposals will be disqualified if they fail to meet mandatory criteria such as budget scorekeeping, layout efficiency, or past performance issues deemed sufficient by the RECO. The Government reserves the right to enter the proposed site at any time after submission for inspection of asbestos, HVAC systems, and other compliance elements. Leases will not be awarded for properties within a 100-year floodplain unless no practicable alternative exists,
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, is seeking lease proposals for approximately 1,300 net square feet of retail space in Suffolk, Virginia, to establish a U.S. Armed Forces Recruiting Office. The space must be located within a defined area bounded by Kings Ford Road to the north, Highway 460 to the east, Wilroy Road to the west, and US 58 Business Highway to the south. The lease is intended to be fully serviced and turnkey, providing 24-hour unrestricted access to the facility, with all utilities, janitorial services, and parking included. The property must support necessary communications infrastructure such as DSL, T1, or satellite connectivity and include direct access to a secondary exterior exit. Adequate, 24-hour lighted parking must be available for government vehicles and private vehicles either on-site or within a four-block radius. The lease term may extend up to five years with termination and potential renewal rights, and the government retains the right to conduct inspections and verify compliance with fire protection, accessibility, and environmental standards prior to occupancy.
All offers must comply with strict regulatory and safety requirements, including adherence to state and local building codes for fire sprinkler and alarm systems, two means of egress, and accessibility standards. Properties located within a 100-year floodplain will be disqualifying unless no practicable alternative exists, and compliance with historic preservation regulations under 36 C.F.R. Part 800 is mandatory. Offerors must submit a completed USACE Recruiting Form 1364, along with the General Clauses 3517B, the USACE Recruiting Lease Form L100, a Certificate of Authorization verifying signing authority, and an Authorization for Property Manager if applicable. Each document must be initialed on every page, and all signatures must be visible and original in an accepted digital format. Proposals must be submitted via email no later than 3:00 p.m. EST on June 25, 2026, and include the offeror’s contact details, official signature, and full names of partners if applicable. The award will be made on a best value basis, prioritizing the most advantageous offer considering price, technical compliance, and past performance, with past performance serving as a potential disqualification criterion. Failure to meet any requirement or late submission will result in rejection, and funding availability is a condition for contract award.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, has issued a solicitation (DACA655260001400) for lease proposals seeking approximately 2,400 usable square feet of retail space located in Hampton, Virginia. The specified leasing area is bounded by Hampton Roads Center Parkway to the north, West Pembroke Avenue to the south, Highway 17 to the east, and North King Street to the west. This solicitation is intended to support the establishment of an Armed Forces Recruiting Center in Hampton. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM EST on April 6, 2026, and submissions must be emailed directly to the designated point of contact, Marco T. Reasco, at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Norfolk District.
The solicitation materials include corporate authorization certificates confirming the legal authority of proposers to enter lease agreements, as well as agency agreements authorizing property managers to act on behalf of property owners. However, the documents do not contain detailed federal acquisition clauses, evaluation criteria, pricing information, or provisions typically associated with comprehensive federal contracts such as security clearances, key personnel requirements, organizational conflict of interest clauses, or options for lease extension. The solicitation also does not specify inspection and acceptance criteria, invoicing procedures, or any precise performance period. The contracting office is located in Norfolk, VA, and correspondence is managed through the Norfolk District, but the place of performance is explicitly Hampton, VA. The submission guidelines require proposals to be sent by email without specified file format constraints, and the solicitation may be terminated if funding is not available by the proposal deadline. Overall, this is a solicitation focused narrowly on obtaining proposals for leasing specified retail space with limited detailed contractual terms disclosed.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, is seeking lease proposals for approximately 4,991 usable square feet of retail space in Roanoke, Virginia. The targeted area for the lease falls within a geographic boundary defined by Highway 81 to the north, Cave Spring to the south, Webster to the east, and Glenvar to the west. This lease solicitation is linked to the establishment of an Armed Forces Recruiting Office, with proposals due by 3:00 pm EST on March 25, 2026. The solicitation is contingent on funding availability and will terminate immediately if funds are not secured by the due date.
The contract is managed by the W2SD Endist Norfolk office of the Department of Defense and is categorized under NAICS code 53, indicating the leasing of real property. The primary contact for this solicitation is Ashlyn Wharton, with a secondary contact Velta Williams, both reachable via email and phone. Accompanying documentation includes a Certificate of Authorization for corporate or partnership entities, which ensures that lease signatories have appropriate authority, and an authorization allowing property managers to act on behalf of property owners to sign leases, collect payments, and manage lease administration. This ensures proper legal compliance and delegation in the leasing process.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, is seeking lease proposals for approximately 1,750 usable square feet of retail space located in Richmond, Virginia. The desired location is specifically within the bounds defined by Highway 295 to the north, Highway 33 to the east, Pump Road to the west, and State Route 6 to the south. This space will serve as a U.S. Armed Forces Recruiting Office, reflecting the Department of Defense’s initiative to establish or maintain a recruitment presence in the specified area.
Proposals must be submitted by 1:59 PM EST on March 11, 2026, with the solicitation number DACA655260001100. Interested parties can direct inquiries to James Cheatham via email, with Ashlyn Wharton listed as a secondary point of contact. The solicitation will be terminated if funds are not available by the proposal due date, emphasizing the time-sensitive nature of this opportunity. The solicitation is managed through the Norfolk District office located in Norfolk, VA, and the place of performance is in Henrico, Virginia.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, is seeking lease proposals for approximately 951 square feet of retail space in Richmond, Virginia. The desired location falls within specific boundaries: West Huguenot Road to the north, East Belt Boulevard to the east, Courthouse Road to the west, and Hull Street Road N to the south. This space is intended to serve as an Army Recruiting Office, with the solicitation being managed by the Department of Defense’s W2SD Endist Norfolk office.
Proposals must be submitted by 1:59 PM EST on March 11, 2026, and the solicitation will be nullified if funding is not secured by that date. Interested parties can contact James Cheatham via email for more information, with Ashlyn Wharton also available as a secondary point of contact. The contract is classified under NAICS code 53, indicating real estate, rental, and leasing services. The official solicitation number is DACA655260001200, and more details can be found through the provided official government portal.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, is seeking lease proposals for approximately 3,000 to 3,560 gross rentable square feet of commercial retail space in Hampton, Virginia, specifically within the 23666 zip code, to establish a new Armed Forces Recruiting Center. This requirement is driven by an unplanned relocation, and the Government is evaluating options that consider factors such as availability, relocation costs, tenant improvements, telecommunication infrastructure, and downtime. The preferred lease is a full-service arrangement that includes base rent, common area maintenance, utilities, and janitorial services, with a five-year term that provides Government termination rights.
Proposals must comply with the Government Lease terms, and only building owners or their exclusive representatives with valid exclusivity agreements prior to the announcement date are encouraged to respond. Temporary space leases up to 12 months may be considered if needed during construction of permanent space alterations. The solicitation does not have a set-aside designation, and interested parties must submit their proposals by February 20, 2026. Primary points of contact are available to address inquiries related to this solicitation.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, is seeking lease proposals for approximately 2,000 to 2,500 gross rentable square feet of commercial retail space in Newport News, Virginia, specifically within the 23601 zip code, for use as an Armed Forces Recruiting Center. The Government requires immediate occupancy due to an unplanned relocation and prefers a full-service lease encompassing base rent, common area maintenance, utilities, and janitorial services. The lease term is five years, with Government termination rights, and the space must comply with the Government Lease terms. While permanent space is being prepared, the Government is open to temporary occupancy lasting no more than 12 months.
Respondents must be building owners or authorized representatives with exclusivity agreements proving the right to represent those owners; submissions without such agreements will not be considered. The solicitation emphasizes careful consideration of costs related to relocation, tenant improvements, telecommunication infrastructure, downtime, and lease execution. The primary contacts for this solicitation are representatives from the Norfolk District USACE, with responses due by February 20, 2026. This opportunity is not set aside and falls under NAICS code 53, related to real estate.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, is seeking lease proposals for approximately 5,600 usable square feet of retail space in Chesapeake, Virginia. The desired location must fall within a specific geographic boundary defined by Highway 264 to the north, Kempsville Road to the south, Centerville Road to the east, and Highway 464 to the west. This solicitation, identified under number DACA655260000500, is intended to support an Armed Forces Recruiting Center.
Proposals must be submitted by 2:00 pm EST on February 19, 2026, and the opportunity is contingent upon the availability of funds at that time. There is no set-aside for this solicitation, and it is classified under NAICS code 53, which pertains to real estate leasing. Questions or communications regarding this lease can be directed to primary contact Marco T. Reasco via email or phone, with Ashlyn Wharton serving as a secondary point of contact. The contracting office is located in Norfolk, Virginia, under the Department of Defense's W2SD Endist Norfolk office.