How to bid on US Armed Forces Recruiting Lease Renewal - Ft. Smith, AR

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Department of Defense is looking for approximately 4,000 rentable square feet of retail space in or near Fort Smith, Arkansas. This space will house an Armed Forces Career Center. The government is considering a full-service lease for up to five years. This is a Request for Information (RFI), meaning the government is gathering details from potential lessors to help decide if relocating is economically beneficial compared to renewing their current lease. This is an opportunity for property owners or their exclusive representatives to offer suitable retail space.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This RFI was published on July 29, 2026. Responses are due by August 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST. This deadline is firm, and all submissions must be received by this time. The government will use the information gathered to evaluate potential alternate spaces and their associated costs.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for building owners or their exclusive representatives who have retail space available in or within a five-mile radius of Interstate 540 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The space must be approximately 4,000 rentable square feet and capable of providing non-exclusive, 24/7 on-site parking for fifteen government vehicles. Firms in the real estate and property management sectors with suitable properties should consider responding.

How to respond

To access the full details and respond to this RFI, you need to go to the original source portal. Click the link provided on the portal page. If the first click takes you to the homepage, click it again to reach the specific bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Interested parties should contact LaTasha Rideout, Realty Specialist, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District, via email at [email protected] or by phone at 501-324-5878 (office) or 501-681-7932 (cell). Responses must be submitted no later than 12:00 PM CST on August 14, 2026. If you are a representative, you must include your exclusivity agreement, representation letter, listing contract, or other executed agreement granting you the exclusive right to represent the building owner with your response.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly state how your property meets all specified requirements, including the square footage, location within the delineated area, and the availability of 24/7 parking for 15 government vehicles. Provide clear documentation of your exclusive right to represent the property owner, if applicable.

Highlight any features of your property that would make it particularly suitable for an Armed Forces Career Center, such as accessibility, visibility, or existing infrastructure that could minimize government relocation costs. Ensure your contact information is accurate and that your submission is well-organized and easy to understand. Double-check that your response is submitted before the stated deadline.