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 leasing commercial space for an Armed Forces Career Center in Ponca City, Oklahoma. This is a real-estate acquisition under NAICS 531190, which covers "lessors of other real estate property"—typically non-residential rental arrangements including commercial office and retail space.
Armed Forces Career Centers are military recruiting stations where Army personnel conduct outreach, process applicants, and administer entrance requirements. The government is seeking leasehold interest rather than construction or renovation services, meaning the successful offeror will provide existing or to-be-built commercial space under a government lease.
See the solicitation for square-footage requirements, term length, security specifications, and any required build-out or tenant improvements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer Division Great Lakes and Ohio, Louisville District (W072) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912QR-PONCACITYOKFY27 |
| NAICS | 531190 — Lessors of Other Real Estate Property |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 30, 2026 at 5:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Ponca City, Oklahoma |
Who can bid
This solicitation has no small-business set-aside, meaning it is open to all responsible sources regardless of size: small businesses, large businesses, nonprofit lessors, and other eligible entities. Competition is unrestricted.
To be considered, prospective lessors must demonstrate:
- Ownership or binding option to lease the proposed property in Ponca City, OK
- Compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) lease requirements, which govern most government real-estate transactions
- Ability to meet any security clearance, accessibility, or zoning requirements applicable to military recruiting facilities (see the solicitation for specifics)
If you are a small business, you remain eligible to compete but will not receive preference based on size status alone. Veterans or service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, HUBZone firms, and other socioeconomic categories may still participate, but without set-aside protection.
How to put together a competitive bid
Submit through SAM.gov. Government lease solicitations require registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Ensure your SAM registration is active and includes real-estate lessor representation if applicable.
Structure your offer around total evaluated cost. For commercial leases, the Corps typically evaluates:
- Annual rental rate and total lease value over the term
- Common area maintenance (CAM) and utility pass-through structure
- Concessions such as rent-free periods or above-standard tenant improvements
Address security and operational requirements. Military recruiting stations require controlled access, visibility restrictions in some areas, and compliance with force-protection standards. Identify how your property satisfies or can be modified to satisfy these needs. See the solicitation for minimum-security criteria.
Provide clear title evidence. Submit lease abstracts, ownership documentation, or purchase options proving you can deliver the space. Unencumbered title or lender consent may be required.
Highlight proximity to target demographics. Armed Forces Career Centers prioritize locations accessible to young adult populations, near educational institutions, retail corridors, or transit. Document local traffic patterns, demographic data, and public transportation access if relevant.
Be prepared for a firm term. Government leases under FAR Part 570 often run 5–10 years with optional extension periods. State your flexibility on term length and renewal structures.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912QR-PONCACITYOKFY27. Confirm all property requirements, evaluation factors, and submission format before preparing your offer.
Note the deadline: Responses are due October 30, 2026 at 5:30 PM Eastern Time. Late submissions are generally inadmissible under federal acquisition rules. Allow time for technical upload issues and SAM system navigation if you are not a frequent user.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →