Bid guide
How to bid on a new dental clinic lease for the VA in Chula Vista
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is looking for a fully serviced lease for a new dental clinic in Chula Vista, California. This facility will provide dental services to Veterans and will house the current Dental Service from the Jennifer Moreno Medical Center in San Diego, allowing for renovations at that site and reducing the need for outsourced dental care.
The VA is seeking a space between 17,000 and 21,000 usable square feet, with 99 reserved parking spaces. The lease would have a firm term of 60 months, with a possible additional 60-month term. The VA can terminate the lease with 180 days' notice. This is an opportunity for property owners to secure a long-term lease with a federal agency.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
Expressions of interest for this Request for Information (RFI) are due by 8:00 AM PDT on Monday, August 31, 2026. This is not a solicitation for offers or a request for proposals; it is for market research and planning purposes only. A formal solicitation may be issued at a later date.
All submissions must be sent via email to Ralph Fontela, Contract Specialist, at [email protected]. The email subject line must include "Sources Sought Notification 36C24W26Q0231". Responses received by the deadline will help the VA determine if the acquisition should be set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB).
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is particularly suited for lessors or owners who are Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) and are registered on www.vip.vetbiz.gov. The relevant NAICS Code is 531120, Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings, with a small business size standard of $30 million annual revenue.
While the VA is specifically seeking SDVOSB and VOSB firms, all small businesses and other interested parties are encouraged to respond for market research purposes. The property must be located within the specified Chula Vista boundaries: North boundary: I-8, South Boundary: Otay River, East Boundary: CA-125, West Boundary: I-5 / CA-15 / I-805. The space must also comply with federal building, fire, safety, accessibility, seismic, and sustainability standards, and not be in a 100-year floodplain.
How to respond
To access the opportunity, click "View original source" on the portal. If you land on the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.
Your submission must include the name of the property, its address, proof of ownership, proof of representation, pictures, a space layout, and proof that the property is within the delineated area. Send one electronic copy of this information to [email protected] by the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Ensure your property meets all specified requirements, including the exact square footage range, the number of reserved parking spaces, and the precise location within the delineated Chula Vista boundaries. Clearly demonstrate how your property complies with all federal building, fire, safety, accessibility, seismic, and sustainability standards.
Provide clear and comprehensive documentation for proof of ownership and representation. Include high-quality pictures and a detailed space layout to give the VA a thorough understanding of your property. Since this is an RFI, focus on providing all requested information accurately and concisely to help the VA in their market research and future planning.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Veterans Affairs, Department of; the original posting controls.