Bid guide
How to bid on short-term office rental for USDA in Hidalgo County, TX
What the agency is buying and why a vendor would care
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) needs a short-term office rental in Hidalgo County, Texas. This rental will serve the Farm Service Agency, Rural Development, and Natural Resources Conservation Service. The location must be in either Edinburg or McAllen.
This is a firm-fixed-price purchase, meaning the price you quote is the price the agency will pay if you win the contract. Businesses with annual receipts up to $34 million are eligible to bid.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 5, 2026. If you have questions about the opportunity, they must be submitted by 1:00 PM ET on August 10, 2026.
Your final quote must be submitted by 1:00 PM ET on August 17, 2026. Quotes received after this deadline may not be considered by the agency.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that provide commercial real estate rentals, specifically office space. The relevant North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code is 531120, which covers Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses).
Firms with a small business size standard of $34 million in annual receipts are encouraged to bid.
How to respond
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Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your quote, ensure it clearly addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation. Since this is a firm-fixed-price acquisition, your proposed price should be competitive and reflect the value of the short-term office rental.
Pay close attention to the location requirement (Edinburg or McAllen, TX) and ensure your proposed property meets any specified square footage or facility needs. Submitting your questions by the deadline is crucial to clarify any ambiguities before the final quote is due.
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 Agriculture, Department of; the original posting controls.