The Government is seeking a minimum of 17,480 ANSI/BOMA Square Feet and a maximum of 18,354 ANSI/BOMA Square Feet of Hangar and related space in Carolina, Puerto Rico
GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION.PUBLIC BUILDINGS SERVICE.PBS R00 CENTER FOR BROKER SERVICES · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The General Services Administration's Public Buildings Service (PBS) needs to lease hangar and related space in Carolina, Puerto Rico. The government is seeking between a minimum of 17,480 ANSI/BOMA square feet and a maximum of 18,354 ANSI/BOMA square feet. This is a standard GSA lease procurement for specialized aviation-related real estate.
Hangar space under GSA leasing typically accommodates federal aircraft operations, maintenance, and storage needs for agencies such as Homeland Security components, U.S. Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection, or other federal aviation programs. "Related space" in this context generally refers to office, support, or ancillary areas necessary for the mission, though the specific breakdown see the solicitation.
The square footage range suggests flexibility in acceptable layouts, with a relatively narrow band that indicates the government has established precise operational requirements. ANSI/BOMA measurement standards ensure consistency in how the space is measured.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | General Services Administration, Public Buildings Service, PBS R00 Center for Broker Services |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 0PR2126-1 |
| NAICS | 531120 |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | November 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Carolina, Puerto Rico |
Who can bid
This solicitation carries no set-aside designation, meaning it is open to all responsible sources regardless of business size or socioeconomic status. Both small and large businesses may compete.
Under NAICS 531120 (Lessors of Non-Residential Buildings), the applicable size standard is see the solicitation, though participants should verify their eligibility through the Size Standards Tool at SBA.gov if they intend to represent themselves as small. Given the specialized nature of hangar facilities, potential offerors likely include commercial real estate owners, airport authorities, aviation service companies with excess capacity, or developers with suitable properties in or near Carolina, Puerto Rico.
GSA lease procurements typically require offerors to either own the proposed property or hold adequate leasehold rights to sublease or assign to the federal government. Foreign ownership restrictions and certain security considerations may apply given the aviation-related use.
How to put together a competitive bid
For GSA hangar lease solicitations, competitive bids typically emphasize several practical elements:
Property suitability: The facility must meet the square footage range, ceiling height requirements, door dimensions, and floor load capacity that aircraft operations demand. While these specifics see the solicitation, typical hangar submissions include detailed floor plans, utility capacities, and photographs demonstrating operational readiness.
Pricing structure: GSA leases usually involve firm fixed rental rates with annual adjustments tied to specified indices. Offerors should understand the standard GSA lease terms, including the typical firm term and renewal options that appear in the solicitation document.
Condition and compliance: Properties must meet current building codes, environmental standards, and accessibility requirements. Puerto Rico-specific building codes and hurricane resilience standards will factor into evaluation.
Past performance: Document comparable federal or commercial hangar leases, particularly in aviation or mission-critical contexts.
Financial capacity: Demonstrate ability to fund any required tenant improvements and maintain the facility throughout the lease term.
For an unrestricted procurement, small businesses compete directly against larger real estate entities, so differentiation through location advantages, specialized aviation infrastructure, or responsive pricing becomes essential.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 0PR2126-1. The complete document contains the detailed space requirements, lease terms, evaluation factors, and submission instructions. Note that responses are due November 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM Eastern Time—allow adequate time for document preparation, especially if property surveys or local permitting verification is needed for a complete offer.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →