ARMED FORCES CAREER CENTER
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST LOUISVILLE.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE · Response deadline: Fri, 30 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District, is soliciting bids for an Armed Forces Career Center in Denham Springs, Louisiana. Based on the NAICS code 531190, this is a lessors of other real estate property procurement—meaning the government is seeking to lease commercial real estate space rather than construct or purchase a facility.
Armed Forces Career Centers are recruiting stations where military services engage with potential enlistees. These facilities typically require accessible retail or office space with public visibility, parking, and meeting areas. The government commonly leases such spaces through the General Services Administration (GSA) or military departments to establish presence in communities with recruitment potential. Specific square footage, layout requirements, and lease term duration are not provided in the available metadata—see the solicitation for these details.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912QR-DENHAMSPRINGSLAFY27 |
| NAICS | 531190 (Lessors of Other Real Estate Property) |
| Set-aside | None specified |
| Response deadline | October 30, 2026 at 5:30 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Denham Springs, LA |
Who can bid
This opportunity is full and open competition with no set-aside specified, meaning businesses of any size may bid. However, the NAICS code 531190 has a small business size standard of $8.0 million in average annual receipts, so small businesses—including those that might qualify as small under SBA standards—are eligible to compete alongside larger firms.
Eligible bidders include:
- Commercial property owners or managers with available space in or near Denham Springs, Louisiana
- Real estate investment entities holding suitable properties
- Brokers or agents authorized to lease properties on behalf of owners
Given this is an Army Corps of Engineers solicitation, bidders should be prepared to meet federal lease requirements, which typically include compliance with environmental regulations, accessibility standards (ADA), and security considerations appropriate for military recruiting operations.
How to put together a competitive bid
For commercial real estate lease proposals, competitiveness depends on both economic and non-economic factors:
Site characteristics: Prioritize properties with high visibility, adequate parking, and accessible public transit or roadways. Career centers benefit from proximity to population centers where recruiting targets live, work, or shop. Proximity to Denham Springs is required—see the solicitation for any specific geographic boundaries or preference zones.
Pricing structure: Federal leases often use shell rates or structured reimbursements for tenant improvements. Understand whether the government seeks a turn-key solution or will separately fund alterations. Review the solicitation for pricing instructions and any required economic price adjustments.
Technical proposal elements: Expect to document building condition, mechanical systems life expectancy, parking ratios, proximate amenities, and prior tenant history. Include floor plans and photographs if permitted. Address how the space accommodates public access, security screening potential, and after-hours use typical of recruiting operations.
Past performance: If you have prior federal leasing experience, particularly with military or GSA clients, emphasize this. First-time federal lessors should demonstrate commercial leasing track record and capacity to perform under federal regulatory requirements.
Financial qualification: Be prepared to demonstrate ownership authority, financial stability, and bonding capacity if required.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912QR-DENHAMSPRINGSLAFY27 for complete lease terms, minimum space requirements, pricing format, and evaluation criteria
- Note the deadline: Proposals are due October 30, 2026 at 5:30 PM EDT—calendar 16 days from posting
- Conduct site reconnaissance in Denham Springs to identify competitive properties if you do not already hold suitable inventory
- Register in SAM.gov if not already active, as this is required to receive award
View the official notice on SAM.gov →