Bid guide
How to bid on US Armed Forces Recruiting Lease Renewal - Conway, AR
What the agency is buying and why a vendor would care
The Department of Defense is looking for approximately 3,000 rentable square feet of retail space in or near Conway, Arkansas. This space will be used for an Armed Forces Career Center. The government is considering alternate space as its current lease is expiring, and will evaluate new options based on economic advantage, including relocation costs.
This is an opportunity for building owners or their exclusive representatives to offer suitable retail space for a government tenant. The lease term would be up to five years, with government termination rights.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on July 29, 2026. Responses are due by August 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST (1:00 PM ET).
At the deadline, the government will stop accepting submissions. This RFI is for market research purposes to identify potential properties and is not a guarantee of a future solicitation or award.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for building owners or their representatives who have exclusive authority to represent the owners. The property should be retail space, approximately 3,000 rentable square feet, located within a five-mile radius of Interstate 40 and Highway 64 in Conway, Arkansas.
The space must include non-exclusive on-site parking for up to eight government vehicles, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The property must also meet government requirements for a full-service lease.
How to respond
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Interested parties should contact LaTasha Rideout, Realty Specialist, at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District. Her office number is 501-324-5878, cell is 501-681-7932, and email is [email protected]. Ensure your response is submitted by the deadline.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to an RFI for real estate, clearly outline how your property meets all specified requirements, such as square footage, location, and parking availability. Provide detailed information about the property, including floor plans and photographs if appropriate, to help the agency visualize the space.
If you are a representative, ensure you include the exclusivity agreement, representation letter, listing contract, or other executed agreement granting you the exclusive right to represent the building owner. This is a mandatory requirement for representatives. Highlight any features that make your property particularly advantageous for a government tenant, such as security features or accessibility.
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 DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.