The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Recruiting Facilities Program, is soliciting offers for approximately 1,649 square feet of commercial retail or office space to establish an Armed Forces Career Center in Terre Haute, Indiana, specifically within the 47802 zip code and a quarter-mile radius of 5090 S 7th St. The facility must include a secondary egress, daytime janitorial services, maximum visibility signage, and dedicated 24/7 parking for five government vehicles. To ensure mission compatibility, sites adjacent to adult entertainment, nightclubs, liquor stores, or similar businesses may be eliminated. Lessors must be active in SAM.gov and provide a completed Rental Proposal Worksheet, proof of registration, and existing floor plans by the submission deadline of October 30, 2026, at 5:30 pm.
The lease is generally negotiated for a five-year term, though the government retains the right to terminate with reasonable notice unless the lessor provides a significant contribution toward build-out costs to secure firm term years. Evaluation factors include location, ability to meet construction and security specifications, timeliness of the offer, cost-effectiveness, and qualitative mission ratings. The build-out must adhere to strict standards, including Energy Star components, ADA/ABAAS compliance for restrooms, and specific branding requirements for the various military services. The government will perform periodic inspections and requires a valid Certificate of Occupancy before final acceptance of the space.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Recruiting Facilities Program, is soliciting offers for approximately 3,896 square feet of commercial retail or office space to establish an Armed Forces Career Center in Lima, Ohio, within the 45801 zip code. The desired location must be within a quarter-mile radius of 401 W North St and include a secondary egress, daytime janitorial services, and maximum visibility signage. Parking requirements include dedicated 24/7 space for 11 government vehicles and accessible parking for employees and customers within four blocks. To ensure mission compatibility, sites adjacent to adult entertainment, bars, clinics, or liquor stores may be disqualified.
The lease is generally negotiated for a five-year term, though the government maintains the right to terminate with reasonable notice unless the lessor provides a significant contribution toward build-out costs to secure a firm term. The build-out must adhere to strict construction and security specifications, including the installation of LED exterior signage, video intercom entry controls, and CCTV/NVR systems. All work must comply with ADA/ABAAS standards and utilize Energy Star labeled components. Lessors must be active in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit a completed Rental Proposal Worksheet, proof of registration, and a floor plan by October 30, 2026. Evaluation will be based on location, ability to meet technical specifications, timeliness of the offer, cost-effectiveness, and qualitative mission ratings.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Recruiting Facilities Program, is soliciting offers for approximately 4,565 square feet of commercial retail or office space to establish an Armed Forces Career Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, specifically within the 46250 zip code and within a quarter-mile radius of 8233 Center Run Road. The required space must feature a secondary egress, daytime janitorial services, maximum visibility signage, and dedicated 24/7 parking for 19 government vehicles, plus additional customer and employee parking within four blocks. To ensure mission compatibility, sites located adjacent to businesses such as adult entertainment, nightclubs, liquor stores, or dispensaries may be disqualified.
Leases are generally negotiated for a five-year term, though the government retains the right to terminate with reasonable notice; firm-term leases are typically only considered if the lessor provides a significant contribution toward build-out costs. Evaluation factors include location, the ability to meet stringent construction and security specifications, cost competitiveness, and the timeliness of the submission. Offerors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management and provide a completed Rental Proposal Worksheet, an active CAGE code, and existing floor plans. Proposals are due by 5:30 pm on October 30, 2026.
The build-out must comply with all federal, state, and local building codes, including ADA/ABAAS and OSHA standards, and utilize Energy Star labeled components. Specific branding requirements mandate the use of white LED backlit metal channel letters in blue pantone 287 for the main signage. The contract incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses covering small business programs, HubZone preferences, and security requirements. Acceptance of the space is contingent upon a final inspection and the provision of a valid local Certificate of Occupancy.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Recruiting Facilities Program, is seeking proposals for a commercial lease of approximately 7,314 usable square feet of retail/office space in Indianapolis, Indiana, within zip code 46216 and within a quarter mile of 9152 Kent Ave. The facility must serve as an Armed Forces Career Center and needs to accommodate nine government-owned vehicles with dedicated 24/7 parking, plus additional parking for employees and customers within four blocks. The space must include a secondary egress, daytime janitorial services, and high-visibility signage. Properties adjacent to adult entertainment venues, bars, nightclubs, methadone clinics, drug rehabilitation centers, marijuana or hemp dispensaries, gun shops, or liquor stores will be disqualified due to incompatibility. Offerors must be currently registered and active in SAM.gov with a valid CAGE code and submit a completed Rental Proposal Worksheet, proof of SAM registration, and existing floor plans. The lease term is generally five years but includes a government termination clause; significant financial contributions from the lessor toward build-out costs are required to secure a firm term. The construction and security specifications are non-negotiable and must be followed exactly, including compliance with ASHRAE, Energy Star, UL, NFPA, GA-214, and PDCA P1 standards, as well as requirements for touchless restroom fixtures, ADA-compliant systems, and security infrastructure like CCTV and access control. All systems must be fully operational upon completion, and as-built drawings in DWG and PDF formats must be submitted. The evaluation will prioritize location, ability to meet all contractual and construction requirements, timely submission, competitive pricing, and qualitative alignment with mission needs. Proposals must be submitted by 5:30 PM EDT on July 8, 2026, and must adhere to strict formatting guidelines, including labeled CAD files and approved signage designs. The contract includes mandatory clauses related to small business subcontracting, veteran employment reporting, executive compensation disclosure, equal opportunity, and cybersecurity safeguards for federal contract information. The contracting office is located in Louisville, KY, and inquiries should be directed to Scott Benningfield.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is soliciting offers for approximately 885 square feet of commercial retail/office space in Bloomington, Indiana, within zip code 47408 and within a quarter-mile radius of 530 E Kirkwood Ave, to serve as an Armed Forces Career Center. The space must include a secondary egress, provide dedicated 24/7 parking for two government vehicles with preferential signage, and ensure adequate nearby parking for employees and customers within four blocks. Daytime janitorial services and high-visibility signage are mandatory. Properties adjacent to non-compatible businesses such as adult entertainment venues, bars, liquor stores, gun shops, marijuana dispensaries, methadone clinics, or drug rehabilitation centers may be disqualified. Lessors must be actively registered in SAM.gov with a valid CAGE code prior to the submission deadline of 5:30 PM on July 8, 2026. Proposals must include a completed Rental Proposal Worksheet, proof of SAM.gov registration, and the existing floor plan. The lease term is typically five years but includes a government termination clause; lessors who wish to secure a firm five-year commitment must offer significant financial contributions toward build-out costs. Evaluation criteria prioritize location, compliance with construction and security specifications, timeliness of submission, cost competitiveness, and qualitative mission suitability. Construction and design must adhere to Armed Forces Specifications, ASHRAE 62.1 and 90.1, Energy Star standards, and all applicable local, state, and federal codes, with systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and security integrated and tested to full operational capacity. As-built drawings in AutoCAD .DWG format, a Certificate of Occupancy, and compliance with fire protection standards such as NFPA 13 and NFPA 25 are required for final acceptance. The space must also meet indoor air quality thresholds, including formaldehyde emissions below 0.016 ppm and use of low-VOC materials. The contracting office is W072 Endist Louisville under the Department of Defense, with Scott Benningfield as the point of contact. The solicitation references multiple FAR and GSAR clauses, including requirements for small business utilization, subcontracting plans, debarment compliance, affirmative action, and cybersecurity safeguards, and mandates that all submissions be made electronically through SAM.gov. No pricing data is provided in the solicitation, and the contract value remains undetermined.