X1GZ--REQUEST FOR LEASE PROPOSAL: Warehouse - Las Vegas, Nevada
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.RPO WEST (36C24W) · Response deadline: Tue, 01 Dec 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to lease warehouse space in Las Vegas, Nevada. This is a real property lease procurement under NAICS 531130, which covers Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses). The government is using a Request for Lease Proposal (RLP) format, the standard vehicle for federal real estate acquisitions.
Warehouse leases for VA operations typically support medical supply storage, equipment distribution, or administrative logistics for VA healthcare facilities in the region. The Las Vegas area serves the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System, which provides care to veterans across southern Nevada and parts of California and Arizona. The specific square footage, lease term, and required features of the space are not specified in the available metadata—see the solicitation for these details.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs, RPO West (36C24W) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | RLP36C24W26R0045 |
| NAICS | 531130 (Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings) |
| Set-aside | No Set Aside Used |
| Response deadline | November 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM Pacific Time |
| Place of performance | Las Vegas, NV |
Who can bid
This procurement is open to all responsible sources—no small business preference applies. Any entity capable of leasing commercial warehouse property to the federal government may submit a proposal, including:
- Commercial real estate owners and property management companies
- Real estate investment trusts (REITs)
- Developers with warehouse properties in the Las Vegas market
- Leasing agents authorized to represent property owners
Bidders must have property available that meets federal leasing requirements, which typically include compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), adherence to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, and satisfaction of VA security and safety protocols. The government generally requires full-service or net leases with clearly defined operating expense responsibilities.
For federal lease procurements, offerors must register in SAM.gov and maintain active registration throughout the evaluation and award period. While past performance requirements vary by procurement, experience with federal leases or comparable commercial tenants strengthens proposals.
How to put together a competitive bid
Warehouse lease proposals for VA are evaluated primarily on rental rate, but non-price factors carry significant weight. Focus on these elements:
Property qualifications: The space must match or exceed the government's stated requirements for clear height, loading capacity, column spacing, and proximity to VA facilities. Document square footage, ceiling heights, dock doors, and any specialized features like climate control or hazardous materials storage capability.
Financial terms: Structure your rate proposal carefully. Federal leases commonly use an Operating Lease Equipment (OLEV) or similar structure with annual escalations. Clearly delineate base rent from operating expenses, taxes, and utilities. The government evaluates total evaluated rent over the lease term, not just Year 1 rates.
Technical responsiveness: Address required access hours, parking ratios, and any build-out or renovation timelines. Note your willingness to accommodate government-furnished equipment or specialized storage needs.
Past performance: Include reference leases with government or institutional tenants, particularly healthcare or federal clients. Document on-time delivery of space and responsive property management.
Small business subcontracting: Although this is unrestricted, incorporating small business participation in design, construction, or property services may strengthen your proposal if evaluated under technical criteria.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number RLP36C24W26R0045. The complete RLP will specify square footage requirements, lease term options, required certifications, and precise proposal formatting. Note the firm response deadline of November 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM Pacific Time—late submissions are inadmissible in federal lease competitions. Consider conducting a site visit if offered, and verify your SAM.gov registration status well in advance of preparing your proposal.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →