How to bid on a lease of office space for the Public Buildings Service

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Public Buildings Service is seeking proposals to lease 5,421 to 5,692 square feet of office space in western Long Island, New York. The lease term is 15 years, with 13 years firm. The government requires seven reserved, secured, on-site parking spaces.

This opportunity is for Class A or B office buildings that are modern in design, with a campus-like atmosphere or an attractively landscaped site. The location must be within a half-mile walk of public transit. The space must meet Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standard (ABAAS) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 101) life safety codes. The government is looking for move-in ready or second-generation office space to minimize construction and support a timely occupancy schedule.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) was published on July 16, 2026. Proposals are due by August 07, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions will not be considered.

The award will be made to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer. This means your proposal must meet all technical requirements to be considered, and among those that do, the lowest price will be selected.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for property owners or lessors with available Class A or B office space in the delineated area of western Long Island, New York. The delineated area is defined by Route 25A to the North, Route 110 to Route 25 to Route 231 to the East, Southern State Parkway to the South, and Cross Island Parkway to the West.

Firms with experience in providing office space that meets specific government accessibility, safety, and layout requirements, including specialized rooms like evidence and weapons rooms, will find this a good fit. The government is particularly interested in spaces that are move-in ready or require minimal tenant improvements.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full Request for Lease Proposal (RLP) #26NAT01, you will need to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.

You may need to create a free account to view all the documents associated with this solicitation. Once you have access, review the RLP thoroughly to understand all requirements and submission instructions.

Practical tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the delineated area map and ensure your property is within the specified boundaries. Verify that your building meets the Class A or B requirement and that public transit is within a half-mile walk.

Pay close attention to the space layout requirements, including the need for two separate suite entrances and specific room types like server rooms, evidence rooms, and weapons rooms. If contiguous space is not available, understand the government's consideration for two separate blocks of space within the same building.

Since the government is seeking move-in ready or second-generation space, highlight how your offering minimizes the need for extensive construction. Provide a detailed schedule feasibility narrative explaining your approach to meeting all post-award deliverables and timeframes, including any long-lead items and risk mitigation strategies. Be prepared to identify your A/E and at least two General Contractors if you are identified as the apparent successful offeror.