Leased Space Houston, TX TSA17-25-RETX001
Summary
AI-generated · Aug 24, 2025The Transportation Security Administration seeks a single-floor, contiguous lease of 18,000–20,000 ABOA square feet in Houston, TX, within a 20-minute drive of IAH, to replace an expiring off-airport space. The space must include 22 reserved parking spaces and support TSA operations and training, with a full 20-year term (60-month firm term) and occupancy by a target date. Requirements include a 10-foot ceiling, floor loading of 50 pounds per square foot (roughly 2,500 SF for training and safes), rooftop access for antennas, a docking ramp for heavy/palletized equipment, and 24/7 HVAC for a LAN room (approximately 150 SF) with separately zoned 24/7 HVAC. The facility must provide 24/7 building and parking access, an emergency generator powering all critical safety and TSA security components, and secure parking with a privacy screen ( TSA security requirements to be provided post-award). Space must be on one floor, seismic-compliant for moderate/high zones, and meet fire, life safety, security, accessibility, energy, and sustainability standards. The government will award to the lowest price technically acceptable offer and may negotiate; site tours may be arranged.
Amendments have clarified and updated the process: Energy Star and LEED requirements were removed from the RLP/Draft Lease; related Q&A has been issued; language on firm term has been revised in the latest amendment. The core space requirements and evaluation criteria remain the same, with the potential for a building tour prior to award. As with all offers, SAM registration is required to be eligible, and the government will not reimburse offer responses.
The Transportation Security Administration seeks to lease the following space: State: TX City: Houston Delineated Area: Within a twenty (20) minute drive to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas (IAH) and as clearly defined in the RLP document. Minimum Sq. Ft. (ABOA): 18,000 Maximum Sq. Ft. (ABOA): 20,000 This is a new requirement for space. The U.S. Government currently occupies office and related space in a building under lease off-airport/off-terminal in Houston, TX that is expiring July 31, 2026. Offerors shall submit a full and responsive proposal in accordance with the solicitation package (RLP package inclusive of all required supplemental documents) by the solicitation closing at 4:00 p.m. CT on August 1, 2025. A building tour may be scheduled to determine suitability prior to award. Parking Spaces (Reserved): 22 Full Term: 240 Months (20 Years) Firm Term: 60 Months (5 Years) Agency Unique Requirements: A. 10 ceiling height. B. Floor load of 50 lbs per sq. ft. to accommodate training functions (approximately 2,500 SQFT depending on design) and storage of safes. C. Occupancy needed on/before August 1, 2026. D. Contiguous Space: Space should be contiguous on one floor. E. Rooftop Access: Requested for vertical antennas (UHF/VHF), satellite dishes, and HD antennas. F. Docking Ramp: Capability for heavy or palletized equipment, with the ability to move such equipment within the facility. G. Mechanical Systems: 24/7 HVAC is required for the LAN room (typically 150 sf); separately zoned mechanical systems for 24/7 HVAC support are necessary. H. Facility Access: The facility must provide 24/7 access to the building and parking structure. I. Emergency Generator: Building must provide emergency generator to power all critical building safety functions and TSA electronic security components. J. Secure Parking With Privacy Screen (TSA will provide post award full Physical Security requirements to awardee) (If applicable) The Government intends to award a Lease to an Offeror of a Building that is in compliance with Seismic Standards. Section 2.03 of the Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) outlines compliance activities required for all leases in moderate or high seismic zones. To determine if your property lies in a moderate or high zone, please reference https://lop.gsa.gov/resource/1506384521000/SeismicMap. Lease award will be made to the lowest price, technically acceptable offer based upon the requirements in this advertisement and in the RLP requirements package however, the Government reserves the right to enter into negotiations with Offerors as appropriate. Entities are advised to familiarize themselves with the telecommunications prohibitions outlined under Section 889 of the FY19 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The offered space must comply with the requirements in this advertisement and the RLP and must meet Federal Government, State, and Local jurisdiction requirements, including requirements for fire and life safety, security, accessibility, seismic, energy, and sustainability standards in accordance with the terms of the Lease. TSA will NOT reimburse any offeror for any costs associated with or incurred as a result of their response to this notice. Due Date: August 1, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. CT Occupancy (Estimated): August 1, 2026 Send Offered Properties to: Role: Contracting Officer Name: C. Michelle Carney Email: Charlotte.Carney1@tsa.dhs.gov -and- Role: Realty Specialist Name: Teresa McDaniel Email: Teresa.McDaniel@tsa.dhs.gov Solicitation (RLP) Number: TSA17-25-RETX001 Note: Entities not currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) are advised to start the registration process as soon as possible. Failure to have a valid SAM registration at time of lease award renders the lowest priced technically acceptable Offeror ineligible and the next ACCEPTABLE Offeror will be considered.
From Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted on Jul 02, 2025***AMENDMENT 01 7/16/2025 Questions and Answers A01 The Transportation Security Administration seeks to lease the following space: State: TX City: Houston Delineated Area: Within a twenty (20) minute drive to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas (IAH) and as clearly defined in the RLP document. Minimum Sq. Ft. (ABOA): 18,000 Maximum Sq. Ft. (ABOA): 20,000 This is a new requirement for space. The U.S. Government currently occupies office and related space in a building under lease off-airport/off-terminal in Houston, TX that is expiring July 31, 2026. Offerors shall submit a full and responsive proposal in accordance with the solicitation package (RLP package inclusive of all required supplemental documents) by the solicitation closing at 4:00 p.m. CT on August 1, 2025. A building tour may be scheduled to determine suitability prior to award. Parking Spaces (Reserved): 22 Full Term: 240 Months (20 Years) Firm Term: 60 Months (5 Years) Agency Unique Requirements: A. 10 ceiling height. B. Floor load of 50 lbs per sq. ft. to accommodate training functions (approximately 2,500 SQFT depending on design) and storage of safes. C. Occupancy needed on/before August 1, 2026. D. Contiguous Space: Space should be contiguous on one floor. E. Rooftop Access: Requested for vertical antennas (UHF/VHF), satellite dishes, and HD antennas. F. Docking Ramp: Capability for heavy or palletized equipment, with the ability to move such equipment within the facility. G. Mechanical Systems: 24/7 HVAC is required for the LAN room (typically 150 sf); separately zoned mechanical systems for 24/7 HVAC support are necessary. H. Facility Access: The facility must provide 24/7 access to the building and parking structure. I. Emergency Generator: Building must provide emergency generator to power all critical building safety functions and TSA electronic security components. J. Secure Parking With Privacy Screen (TSA will provide post award full Physical Security requirements to awardee) (If applicable) The Government intends to award a Lease to an Offeror of a Building that is in compliance with Seismic Standards. Section 2.03 of the Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) outlines compliance activities required for all leases in moderate or high seismic zones. To determine if your property lies in a moderate or high zone, please reference https://lop.gsa.gov/resource/1506384521000/SeismicMap. Lease award will be made to the lowest price, technically acceptable offer based upon the requirements in this advertisement and in the RLP requirements package however, the Government reserves the right to enter into negotiations with Offerors as appropriate. Entities are advised to familiarize themselves with the telecommunications prohibitions outlined under Section 889 of the FY19 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The offered space must comply with the requirements in this advertisement and the RLP and must meet Federal Government, State, and Local jurisdiction requirements, including requirements for fire and life safety, security, accessibility, seismic, energy, and sustainability standards in accordance with the terms of the Lease. TSA will NOT reimburse any offeror for any costs associated with or incurred as a result of their response to this notice. Due Date: August 1, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. CT Occupancy (Estimated): August 1, 2026 Send Offered Properties to: Role: Contracting Officer Name: C. Michelle Carney Email: Charlotte.Carney1@tsa.dhs.gov -and- Role: Realty Specialist Name: Teresa McDaniel Email: Teresa.McDaniel@tsa.dhs.gov Solicitation (RLP) Number: TSA17-25-RETX001 Note: Entities not currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) are advised to start the registration process as soon as possible. Failure to have a valid SAM registration at time of lease award renders the lowest priced technically acceptable Offeror ineligible and the next ACCEPTABLE Offeror will be considered.
From Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted on Jul 16, 2025***AMENDMENT 02 7/23/2025 Questions and Answers A02 ***AMENDMENT 01 7/16/2025 Questions and Answers A01 The Transportation Security Administration seeks to lease the following space: State: TX City: Houston Delineated Area: Within a twenty (20) minute drive to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas (IAH) and as clearly defined in the RLP document. Minimum Sq. Ft. (ABOA): 18,000 Maximum Sq. Ft. (ABOA): 20,000 This is a new requirement for space. The U.S. Government currently occupies office and related space in a building under lease off-airport/off-terminal in Houston, TX that is expiring July 31, 2026. Offerors shall submit a full and responsive proposal in accordance with the solicitation package (RLP package inclusive of all required supplemental documents) by the solicitation closing at 4:00 p.m. CT on August 1, 2025. A building tour may be scheduled to determine suitability prior to award. Parking Spaces (Reserved): 22 Full Term: 240 Months (20 Years) Firm Term: 60 Months (5 Years) Agency Unique Requirements: A. 10 ceiling height. B. Floor load of 50 lbs per sq. ft. to accommodate training functions (approximately 2,500 SQFT depending on design) and storage of safes. C. Occupancy needed on/before August 1, 2026. D. Contiguous Space: Space should be contiguous on one floor. E. Rooftop Access: Requested for vertical antennas (UHF/VHF), satellite dishes, and HD antennas. F. Docking Ramp: Capability for heavy or palletized equipment, with the ability to move such equipment within the facility. G. Mechanical Systems: 24/7 HVAC is required for the LAN room (typically 150 sf); separately zoned mechanical systems for 24/7 HVAC support are necessary. H. Facility Access: The facility must provide 24/7 access to the building and parking structure. I. Emergency Generator: Building must provide emergency generator to power all critical building safety functions and TSA electronic security components. J. Secure Parking With Privacy Screen (TSA will provide post award full Physical Security requirements to awardee) (If applicable) The Government intends to award a Lease to an Offeror of a Building that is in compliance with Seismic Standards. Section 2.03 of the Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) outlines compliance activities required for all leases in moderate or high seismic zones. To determine if your property lies in a moderate or high zone, please reference https://lop.gsa.gov/resource/1506384521000/SeismicMap. Lease award will be made to the lowest price, technically acceptable offer based upon the requirements in this advertisement and in the RLP requirements package however, the Government reserves the right to enter into negotiations with Offerors as appropriate. Entities are advised to familiarize themselves with the telecommunications prohibitions outlined under Section 889 of the FY19 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The offered space must comply with the requirements in this advertisement and the RLP and must meet Federal Government, State, and Local jurisdiction requirements, including requirements for fire and life safety, security, accessibility, seismic, energy, and sustainability standards in accordance with the terms of the Lease. TSA will NOT reimburse any offeror for any costs associated with or incurred as a result of their response to this notice. Due Date: August 1, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. CT Occupancy (Estimated): August 1, 2026 Send Offered Properties to: Role: Contracting Officer Name: C. Michelle Carney Email: Charlotte.Carney1@tsa.dhs.gov -and- Role: Realty Specialist Name: Teresa McDaniel Email: Teresa.McDaniel@tsa.dhs.gov Solicitation (RLP) Number: TSA17-25-RETX001 Note: Entities not currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) are advised to start the registration process as soon as possible. Failure to have a valid SAM registration at time of lease award renders the lowest priced technically acceptable Offeror ineligible and the next ACCEPTABLE Offeror will be considered.
From Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted on Jul 23, 2025****AMENDMENT A03 7/29/2025 Questions and Answers A03, updated the RLP and DRAFT LEASE ***AMENDMENT 02 7/23/2025 Questions and Answers A02 ***AMENDMENT 01 7/16/2025 Questions and Answers A01 The Transportation Security Administration seeks to lease the following space: State: TX City: Houston Delineated Area: Within a twenty (20) minute drive to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas (IAH) and as clearly defined in the RLP document. Minimum Sq. Ft. (ABOA): 18,000 Maximum Sq. Ft. (ABOA): 20,000 This is a new requirement for space. The U.S. Government currently occupies office and related space in a building under lease off-airport/off-terminal in Houston, TX that is expiring July 31, 2026. Offerors shall submit a full and responsive proposal in accordance with the solicitation package (RLP package inclusive of all required supplemental documents) by the solicitation closing at 4:00 p.m. CT on August 1, 2025. A building tour may be scheduled to determine suitability prior to award. Parking Spaces (Reserved): 22 Full Term: 240 Months (20 Years) Firm Term: 60 Months (5 Years) Agency Unique Requirements: A. 10 ceiling height. B. Floor load of 50 lbs per sq. ft. to accommodate training functions (approximately 2,500 SQFT depending on design) and storage of safes. C. Occupancy needed on/before August 1, 2026. D. Contiguous Space: Space should be contiguous on one floor. E. Rooftop Access: Requested for vertical antennas (UHF/VHF), satellite dishes, and HD antennas. F. Docking Ramp: Capability for heavy or palletized equipment, with the ability to move such equipment within the facility. G. Mechanical Systems: 24/7 HVAC is required for the LAN room (typically 150 sf); separately zoned mechanical systems for 24/7 HVAC support are necessary. H. Facility Access: The facility must provide 24/7 access to the building and parking structure. I. Emergency Generator: Building must provide emergency generator to power all critical building safety functions and TSA electronic security components. J. Secure Parking With Privacy Screen (TSA will provide post award full Physical Security requirements to awardee) (If applicable) The Government intends to award a Lease to an Offeror of a Building that is in compliance with Seismic Standards. Section 2.03 of the Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) outlines compliance activities required for all leases in moderate or high seismic zones. To determine if your property lies in a moderate or high zone, please reference https://lop.gsa.gov/resource/1506384521000/SeismicMap. Lease award will be made to the lowest price, technically acceptable offer based upon the requirements in this advertisement and in the RLP requirements package however, the Government reserves the right to enter into negotiations with Offerors as appropriate. Entities are advised to familiarize themselves with the telecommunications prohibitions outlined under Section 889 of the FY19 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The offered space must comply with the requirements in this advertisement and the RLP and must meet Federal Government, State, and Local jurisdiction requirements, including requirements for fire and life safety, security, accessibility, seismic, energy, and sustainability standards in accordance with the terms of the Lease. TSA will NOT reimburse any offeror for any costs associated with or incurred as a result of their response to this notice. Due Date: August 1, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. CT Occupancy (Estimated): August 1, 2026 Send Offered Properties to: Role: Contracting Officer Name: C. Michelle Carney Email: Charlotte.Carney1@tsa.dhs.gov -and- Role: Realty Specialist Name: Teresa McDaniel Email: Teresa.McDaniel@tsa.dhs.gov Solicitation (RLP) Number: TSA17-25-RETX001 Note: Entities not currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) are advised to start the registration process as soon as possible. Failure to have a valid SAM registration at time of lease award renders the lowest priced technically acceptable Offeror ineligible and the next ACCEPTABLE Offeror will be considered.
From Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted on Jul 29, 2025****AMENDMENT A04 7/30/2025 Correct and remove RLP A03 with RLP A04 to correct the firm term language and remove Energy Star and LEED requirements. ****AMENDMENT A03 7/29/2025 Questions and Answers A03, updated the RLP and DRAFT LEASE to remove Energy Star and LEED requirements. ***AMENDMENT 02 7/23/2025 Questions and Answers A02 ***AMENDMENT 01 7/16/2025 Questions and Answers A01 The Transportation Security Administration seeks to lease the following space: State: TX City: Houston Delineated Area: Within a twenty (20) minute drive to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas (IAH) and as clearly defined in the RLP document. Minimum Sq. Ft. (ABOA): 18,000 Maximum Sq. Ft. (ABOA): 20,000 This is a new requirement for space. The U.S. Government currently occupies office and related space in a building under lease off-airport/off-terminal in Houston, TX that is expiring July 31, 2026. Offerors shall submit a full and responsive proposal in accordance with the solicitation package (RLP package inclusive of all required supplemental documents) by the solicitation closing at 4:00 p.m. CT on August 1, 2025. A building tour may be scheduled to determine suitability prior to award. Parking Spaces (Reserved): 22 Full Term: 240 Months (20 Years) Firm Term: 60 Months (5 Years) Agency Unique Requirements: A. 10 ceiling height. B. Floor load of 50 lbs per sq. ft. to accommodate training functions (approximately 2,500 SQFT depending on design) and storage of safes. C. Occupancy needed on/before August 1, 2026. D. Contiguous Space: Space should be contiguous on one floor. E. Rooftop Access: Requested for vertical antennas (UHF/VHF), satellite dishes, and HD antennas. F. Docking Ramp: Capability for heavy or palletized equipment, with the ability to move such equipment within the facility. G. Mechanical Systems: 24/7 HVAC is required for the LAN room (typically 150 sf); separately zoned mechanical systems for 24/7 HVAC support are necessary. H. Facility Access: The facility must provide 24/7 access to the building and parking structure. I. Emergency Generator: Building must provide emergency generator to power all critical building safety functions and TSA electronic security components. J. Secure Parking With Privacy Screen (TSA will provide post award full Physical Security requirements to awardee) (If applicable) The Government intends to award a Lease to an Offeror of a Building that is in compliance with Seismic Standards. Section 2.03 of the Request for Lease Proposals (RLP) outlines compliance activities required for all leases in moderate or high seismic zones. To determine if your property lies in a moderate or high zone, please reference https://lop.gsa.gov/resource/1506384521000/SeismicMap. Lease award will be made to the lowest price, technically acceptable offer based upon the requirements in this advertisement and in the RLP requirements package however, the Government reserves the right to enter into negotiations with Offerors as appropriate. Entities are advised to familiarize themselves with the telecommunications prohibitions outlined under Section 889 of the FY19 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The offered space must comply with the requirements in this advertisement and the RLP and must meet Federal Government, State, and Local jurisdiction requirements, including requirements for fire and life safety, security, accessibility, seismic, energy, and sustainability standards in accordance with the terms of the Lease. TSA will NOT reimburse any offeror for any costs associated with or incurred as a result of their response to this notice. Due Date: August 1, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. CT Occupancy (Estimated): August 1, 2026 Send Offered Properties to: Role: Contracting Officer Name: C. Michelle Carney Email: Charlotte.Carney1@tsa.dhs.gov -and- Role: Realty Specialist Name: Teresa McDaniel Email: Teresa.McDaniel@tsa.dhs.gov Solicitation (RLP) Number: TSA17-25-RETX001 Note: Entities not currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) are advised to start the registration process as soon as possible. Failure to have a valid SAM registration at time of lease award renders the lowest priced technically acceptable Offeror ineligible and the next ACCEPTABLE Offeror will be considered.
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