Opportunity
My Florida Marketplace #ITN2026-105
University of Florida College of Nursing seeks lease of 20,000–25,000 sq ft for academic and administrative space in Alachua County
Posted
September 18, 2026
Respond By
October 02, 2026
Identifier
ITN2026-105
NAICS
531120
The University of Florida, College of Nursing, is seeking proposals for the lease of a large, contiguous property to support its academic and administrative operations in Alachua County. - Government Buyer: - University of Florida, College of Nursing - Office of Real Estate - Scope of Lease: - 20,000 to 25,000 contiguous rentable square feet - Intended for teaching, lab simulations, offices, classrooms, laboratories, and related uses - Location must be within a defined area in Alachua County (proposals outside considered case-by-case) - Space Requirements: - Lobby/reception area - 10 standard offices - 10 classrooms - 2–3 laboratories - Collaborative/open space - Conference room (including board/conference room for up to 60 people) - Kitchen/break room - Restrooms - Storage closets - Copy/IT room - Window shades/blinds - Additional Requirements: - Adequate parking - Afterhours and weekend access - Turnkey improvement package - Full-service rent (no security deposit required) - Preference for use of University’s standard lease form - Proposal Details Must Include: - Property address and landlord information - Suite specifics and occupancy date - Lease terms, rent, and operating expenses - Details on improvements, parking, access, signage, and amenities - Lease Term: - Initial five-year lease with two renewal options of two years each - Desired occupancy by Q4 2026 - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a real estate lease solicitation.
Description
The University of Florida is seeking proposals for leasing a property to support the operations of its College of Nursing. The leased space will be used for teaching, lab simulations, general office, administrative, and related uses. The premises should include 20,000 to 25,000 contiguous rentable square feet within a specified area in Alachua County, with occupancy desired by Q4 2026. The lease term preference is an initial five years with two renewal options of two years each. Proposals must include detailed information about the property, landlord, occupancy date, lease terms, rent, operating expenses, improvements, parking, access, signage, and amenities.