Short Term Office Rental for Southern MS

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The USDA's Rural Housing Service is seeking proposals for short-term office rental space in Southern Mississippi. The core objective is to secure a suitable location that meets the operational needs of the agency, facilitating effective service delivery in the region. The project scope includes identifying and leasing office space that is accessible, adequately sized, and equipped to support the agency's functions.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The opportunity is issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing Service, located in Washington, D.C., USA. The primary contact for this RFP is Elyse Schnorr, who can be reached at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: August 5, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 14, 2026, by 4:00 PM
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly stated in the provided information. There is no mention of the estimated contract value or budget range, nor are there any option years indicated.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• There are no specific security clearances mentioned.
• No set-aside restrictions are noted, indicating that the opportunity may be open to all businesses.
• Geographic restrictions apply, as the office space must be located in Southern Mississippi.
• Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not detailed.
• No bonding or insurance requirements are specified.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
While specific technical skills or methodologies are not outlined, bidders should demonstrate capability in providing office rental services that meet the operational needs of a government agency.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include the provision of a suitable office space that meets the USDA's requirements. Specific performance metrics or service-level agreements are not detailed in the opportunity description.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The criteria for evaluating proposals are not explicitly stated. However, bidders should anticipate that factors such as the suitability of the proposed office space, cost, and the ability to meet the USDA's operational needs will be critical in the evaluation process.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, bidders with experience in leasing office spaces to government agencies or those who can provide additional services (e.g., maintenance, utilities) may have a competitive advantage. Preferred qualifications may include familiarity with government contracting processes or past performance in similar projects.

In summary, potential bidders should focus on their ability to provide a suitable office rental space in Southern Mississippi, ensure compliance with SAM.gov registration, and prepare a competitive proposal that addresses the USDA's needs effectively.