Bid guide

How to bid on US AF Hub Recruiting Lease Renewal - North Little Rock, AR

DEPT of Defense North Little Rock, ARCloses August 14, 2026

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Department of Defense is looking for approximately 2,400 rentable square feet of retail space in or near North Little Rock, Arkansas. This space will be used for an Armed Forces Career Center. The government is considering a full-service lease for up to five years, with the option for the government to terminate the lease early.

This is an important opportunity for building owners or their exclusive representatives in the North Little Rock area. The government is evaluating whether to renew its current lease or find an alternate, more economically advantageous space. This means they are open to new proposals that meet their specific requirements.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Information (RFI) was published on July 29, 2026. Responses are due by August 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET (which is 12:00 PM CST).

At the deadline, the government will stop accepting responses. It is crucial to submit all required information before this time. This RFI is for information gathering, so the government will review submissions to help determine its next steps regarding the lease.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for building owners or their exclusive representatives who have retail space available in North Little Rock, Arkansas. The property must be located within a 10-mile radius of Highway 167 and McCain.

The space needs to be approximately 2,400 rentable square feet and must include non-exclusive on-site parking for up to six government vehicles, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The lease would be full-service and for a term not exceeding five years.

How to respond to this RFI

To access the full details of this opportunity, you need to click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.

Building owners and their exclusive representatives should contact LaTasha Rideout, Realty Specialist, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District. If you are a representative, you must include an exclusivity agreement, representation letter, listing contract, or other executed agreement granting you the exclusive right to represent the building owner with your response. Ensure all communications are sent no later than 12:00 PM CST on August 14, 2026.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

When responding to an RFI for real estate, clearly demonstrate how your property meets all specified requirements. Highlight the exact square footage, the availability and specifics of parking, and the precise location in relation to Highway 167 and McCain.

Provide clear documentation of ownership or exclusive representation. If you are a representative, ensure your exclusivity agreement is current and explicitly grants you the right to act on behalf of the owner for this specific property. Emphasize any features of your property that would make it particularly suitable for an Armed Forces Career Center, such as visibility, accessibility, and surrounding amenities.

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.

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.