SAM #36C24126Q0374

VA seeks expressions of interest for leasing 12,000 square feet of medical clinic space in Providence, Rhode Island

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking market research responses for leasing medical clinic space in Providence, Rhode Island. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contract Office 01 - Contracting office: Manchester VAMC, RPO West Minor Leasing - Scope of Requirement: - Lease of approximately 12,000 ABOA square feet of medical/surgical clinic space - Location: Within Providence city limits, within a 15-minute commute of Providence VA Medical Center - Lease term: 20 years (10 years firm, 10 years soft) - Key Requirements: - Space must be contiguous, ground-level, and not below ground or split between floors - 100 parking spaces required, including at least 10 handicapped accessible spaces - ADA compliance, automatic entrance doors, and metro-ethernet data/voice circuits - Compliance with federal/local standards for accessibility, fire safety, physical security, seismic, and sustainability - Space must not be in the FEMA 100-year floodplain - Building must be zoned for medical use and fully serviced - Eligibility: - Open to SDVOSB, VOSB, and other qualified sources under NAICS 531120 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a request for information to identify suitable properties.

Description

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeks expressions of interest for approximately 12,000 sq ft of American National Standards Institute/Building Owners and Managers Association (ANSI/BOMA) Occupant Area (ABOA) square feet of Medical / Surgical Center in West Haven, Connecticut.

Notice This advertisement is a notice of a potential opportunity. It is not a solicitation for offers, nor a request for proposals. The purpose is to identify potential sources and suitable locations and is not intended to pre-qualify or disqualify any potential offers. Submission of any information in response to this market survey is voluntary. The government assumes no financial responsibility for any costs incurred.

Purpose The VA's purpose is to conduct market research and identify capable resources from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), and/or capable Open Market Sources. The NAICS Code is 531120 (Lessors of non-residential buildings, except mini-warehouses), with a small business size standard of $47 million.

Additional Information The Department of Veterans Affairs will consider other offerors to promote competition. This is a notice of a potential opportunity, not a solicitation. The government will not pay for any costs incurred. Respondents are advised that the government assumes no responsibility to award a lease based on responses.

Contracting Office Address United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Manchester VAMC, Box 90C, RPO West Minor Leasing, Attn: Tammy Fox, 518 Symth Rd, Manchester, NH 03104

Description The VA seeks to lease 12,000 sq ft of medical/clinical space with rights to ample parking for use as a Medical Clinic within the city limits of Providence, Rhode Island, and within a 15-minute commute from the Providence VA Medical Center. Consideration will be given to space in existing buildings and new construction.

ABOA Definition ABOA (also known as net usable) is generally defined as the space remaining after deducting common areas, Lessor areas, and areas required by code from the rentable square feet (RSF) of the facility. ABOA excludes areas such as stairs, elevators, mechanical and utility rooms, ducts, shafts, vestibules, public corridors, and public toilets required by local code.

Parking Requirements 100 parking spaces, or 5 per 1,000 rentable sq ft, whichever is greater. Minimum of 10 handicapped accessible spaces at the main entrance. On-site and exclusively for VA use, compliant with local laws and regulations. Handicap spaces designated per local code. Offeror must have ownership rights to parking spaces.

Property Location Proposed property must not be within the 100-year floodplain.

Additional Details Lease term: 20 years (10 years firm, 10 years soft). Location within Providence city limits/business district. Boundaries: North - Branch Ave & Gentian Ave; South - Fruit Hill Ave & Manton Ave; East - Westminster St; West - Friendship St & North Main St. A map of the delineated area is provided for clarification.

Additional Notes Although detailed information is provided for SDVOSB and VOSB interested parties, VA encourages all small businesses and open market sources to respond for market research purposes.

Existing Space Requirements Handicapped accessible, ADA compliant, modifiable existing space. Building must have undergone or will undergo modernization or adaptive reuse. Space cannot be split between floors or within the same floor. Must comply with ABAAS, VA Barrier Free Design Standard, and security requirements.

Unique Agency Requirements Space on no more than one floor, contiguous. If not on ground level, at least two elevators required. Space not below ground level. Automatic entrance doors, updated if necessary. Building must have metro-ethernet data and voice circuits. Configurations with atriums, irregular shapes, or long/narrow runs are not considered. Parking contiguous and adjacent; handicap spaces within 100 feet. Structured parking under the space is not permissible. Space cannot be in FEMA 100-year flood plain. Must be zoned appropriately. Proximity restrictions to incompatible uses (e.g., liquor stores, treatment centers, correctional facilities, etc.). No residential or living quarters in the same building. Must meet all federal and local safety, security, accessibility, seismic, and sustainability standards. Building must be handicapped accessible; space and parking must meet standards. Fully serviced lease required. Irregular shapes or features adversely affecting usage are not acceptable. Within the delineated area and in an existing building.

Expressions of Interest Submissions should include: Offeror's information: company name, address, D&B number, point of contact, phone, email. Evidence of small business, VOSB, or SDVOSB status (if applicable). Building address, owner info, and evidence of ownership or authority. Map showing location within the delineated area. Ingress/egress description. FEMA floodplain evidence. Proximity to transit and major routes. Any title issues, easements, restrictions. Building details: age, size, site plan, floor plan, rent costs, parking, modifications needed, adjacent uses, utilities, and availability date.

Response Deadline All interested parties must respond by 4:00 pm EST, Thursday, April 24, 2026, via email to tammy.fox@va.gov with "Sources Sought" in the subject line.

Attachments Small Business, VOSB, or SDVOSB Status

Additional Information The NAICS Code is 531120 with a size standard of $47 million. Responses will help determine if the acquisition should be set aside for SDVOSB or VOSB concerns. This is not a solicitation, only a planning request, and a solicitation may or may not be issued. This notice is published in accordance with FAR 19.14 and VAAR 819.70. SDVOSB, VOSB, and small business firms are encouraged to provide information. SDVOSB and VOSB firms must be registered in VA's VIP at https://www.vip.vetbiz.va.gov. All concerns should submit a Capabilities Statement, including: Company info and contact details. Evidence of SDVOSB or VOSB status. Ability to offer as a small business under NAICS 531120 and registration in SAM. Summary of at least three relevant projects completed in the past five years. Bonding capacity and surety capability. Capability to obtain financing. Although focused on SDVOSB and VOSB, all small businesses and interested parties are encouraged to respond.

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