How to bid on office space lease for US Armed Forces Career Center, Rome NY

What the agency is buying

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is looking for lease proposals for approximately 3,750 square feet of commercial office space in Rome, New York. This space will be used for a US Armed Forces Career Center.

The required location is within one-quarter mile of Black River Boulevard. The office space must include parking for five vehicles and have a secondary exit. The proposed rent should cover water, sewer, common-area maintenance (CAM), real estate taxes, and insurance.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Information (RFI) was published on September 08, 2026. Proposals are due by September 21, 2026, at 12:01 AM Eastern Time. It is important to submit your proposal before this deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for property owners or lessors with commercial office space in Rome, New York, specifically near Black River Boulevard. Firms with properties that meet the size, parking, and egress requirements should consider responding. This falls under facilities and real estate categories.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, but for many bids, this is not required.

Proposals should include a proposed rental amount that covers water, sewer, common-area costs, real estate taxes, and insurance. The lessor must agree to use the Government's form of lease. For additional information, you can contact Jane Arnold at [email protected].

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your proposed space strictly meets all requirements, including the 3,750 square feet, the location within one-quarter mile of Black River Boulevard, parking for five vehicles, and a secondary exit. Clearly itemize what the proposed rental amount covers, as specified in the solicitation.

Review the Government's lease form carefully before submitting your proposal to understand all terms and conditions. While not required for this RFI, ensure your company is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) if you plan to pursue future government contracts, as this is mandatory for contract awards. The SAM registration process can take several weeks, so it is advisable to start early.