How to bid on the lease of Building 125 in Charlestown Navy Yard from the National Park Service

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking proposals to lease Building 125, a historic two-story red-brick structure, located in the Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston National Historical Park. This building offers approximately 10,188 square feet of interior space, suitable for commercial, office, or retail use, but not for restaurants or businesses with substantial food service.

An optional adjacent dock and patio area are also available for lease. Building 125 is part of the Charlestown Navy Yard, which attracts over 1,000,000 visitors annually, offering a significant opportunity for businesses seeking a presence in a high-traffic, historic location.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

Proposals are due by August 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and proposals submitted after this time will not be considered. The NPS will review all submitted proposals to select an offeror for exclusive negotiation rights to enter into a lease agreement.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is ideal for businesses in the commercial, office, or retail sectors looking for a unique space in a historically significant and highly visited location. Firms with experience in facilities management and historic preservation may find this particularly appealing, especially those willing to oversee a roof replacement project in exchange for a rental payment offset.

The property is located in Charlestown, MA, and the category is facilities leasing. The building is approximately 10,000 square feet.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation and prepare your response, click “View original source” above. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents, though for many bids, this is not required.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the entire Request for Proposals (RFP) and the attached Sample Lease (Attachment A) to understand all terms and conditions. Pay close attention to the allowed uses for Building 125 and the optional dock and patio.

If you are interested in the optional dock and patio, clearly outline your intended uses and the additional rent you are willing to pay for these elements in your proposal. Consider proposing to oversee the roof replacement project for Building 125, as preference will be given to offerors who do so. The NPS has fully scoped design and construction documents available upon request for this project. Ensure your proposal addresses compliance with historic preservation requirements, building codes, and accessibility standards, as the lessee will bear the costs for these processes and inspections.