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 offers for an Armed Forces Career Center in Paris, Texas. This is a commercial real estate lease transaction under NAICS 531190 (Lessors of Other Real Estate Property), which covers the rental of non-residential properties that are not specifically categorized under other real estate classifications.
Armed Forces Career Centers are recruitment facilities where military branches engage with potential enlistees, conduct aptitude testing, process applications, and provide career counseling. These facilities typically require accessible retail or office space in high-traffic commercial areas to maximize visibility and walk-in traffic from prospective recruits. The government will lease this space from a private property owner, with the Army Corps of Engineers managing the acquisition on behalf of the Department of the Army.
See the solicitation for specific square footage requirements, lease term, tenant improvement needs, parking requirements, and security specifications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District (Engineer Division Great Lakes and Ohio) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912QR-PARISTXFY27 |
| NAICS | 531190 |
| Set-aside | None (Full and Open Competition) |
| Response deadline | October 30, 2026 at 5:30 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Paris, Texas |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no set-aside preference, meaning all responsible sources—regardless of business size or socioeconomic status—may submit offers. This includes large real estate investment firms, small property owners, commercial leasing companies, and property management entities.
To compete, prospective lessors must own or control suitable commercial property in Paris, Texas, or be able to acquire and deliver space meeting government specifications by the required occupancy date. The government typically requires the lessor to hold fee simple title or a long-term leasehold interest that extends beyond the proposed government lease term.
Given the NAICS 531190 classification, experience in commercial leasing is relevant but not necessarily required unless specified in the solicitation. The government will evaluate offers based on price and other stated factors, which may include location suitability, building condition, past performance, and technical capability to meet facility requirements.
Small businesses are encouraged to participate and may benefit if the procurement later qualifies for small business subcontracting opportunities or if the contracting officer determines to set aside subsequent lease actions. However, for this specific solicitation, no such preference applies.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the locational requirements. Armed Forces Career Centers succeed when positioned in highly visible, easily accessible commercial corridors. If you have property in downtown Paris, near major retail corridors, or along high-traffic thoroughfares with public transit or pedestrian access, emphasize these locational advantages. Provide demographic data, traffic counts, and proximity to target recruiting populations (age 17-24).
Prepare detailed property information. Include floor plans, site plans, photographs, building specifications, and evidence of ADA compliance. Document parking availability, after-hours access, and security capabilities. If tenant improvements are anticipated, outline your willingness to construct or modify space to government specifications.
Price strategically. Government lease rates are typically evaluated against a market price benchmark or government estimate. Research comparable commercial leases in Paris, Texas, and the broader Lamar County area. Structure your offer with clear breakdowns of base rent, operating expenses, utilities, and any pass-through costs. Be prepared to offer a firm fixed price for the lease term or an escalation structure with defined ceilings.
Demonstrate financial and operational capacity. Provide evidence of property ownership, mortgage status, insurance coverage, and capability to maintain the facility throughout the lease term. If you use property management services, disclose this arrangement and the manager's qualifications.
Address security and sustainability. Military facilities require adherence to specific security protocols. Identify applicable antiterrorism/force protection standards, and note any existing compliance or upgrade pathways. Energy efficiency and sustainability features may provide evaluation advantages under federal green building preferences.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912QR-PARISTXFY27. The complete document will contain the detailed lease requirements, evaluation criteria, clause provisions, and submission instructions.
Note the deadline: All offers must be received by October 30, 2026 at 5:30 PM EDT. Allow adequate time for SAM.gov registration, document preparation, and electronic submission. Late offers are generally not considered. Monitor SAM.gov for amendments or questions and answers that may be posted before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →