Sources SoughtPosted Oct 16, 2026·Responses due Oct 28, 2026

US Government Seeks to Lease Office Space around Hanscom AFB

Air Force and Space Force · FA2287 LOOKING GLASS NEXT WVG

Stage
Early notice (sources sought, presolicitation or special notice)
NAICS
531120
Value
Not stated
Solicitation
FA2287-27-Q-0001
Set-aside
No Set aside used
PSC
X1AA
Place
MA, USA
Contact
Michael Dunford (michael.dunford@us.af.mil)
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Where this opportunity stands

Every notice posted under solicitation FA2287-27-Q-0001 in this department, oldest first.

Early notice
  • Aug 28, 2026
    Sources Sought
    Open
  • Sep 24, 2026
    Sources Sought
    Open
  • Oct 16, 2026 · this notice
    Sources Sought
Solicitation
None posted
Award
Not yet. Typical award: Oct 23, 2026 to Feb 23, 2027, middle of the range Dec 4, 2026.
Measured from 253 past early notices at Dept of the Air Force that later posted an award (middle half of cases, counted from Aug 28, 2026).
Responses are due Oct 28, 2026, so an award before then is unlikely; past cases include short solicitations.

Next steps for this stage

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  • Answer the notice: this is when the requirement can still be shaped.
  • Contact the contracting officer named on the notice.
  • Check who won similar work; they are the likely bidders.

What the notice says

1. DISCLAIMER This is a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought notice only. This notice is issued solely for market research, information, and planning purposes; it does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ) or a promise to issue an RFQ in the future. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice. 2. PURPOSE The United States Air Force is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing leased, off-base commercial office space in a 10-mile radius of Hanscom AFB, MA, 01731 3. MINIMUM REQUIREMEN… (show all)

TS To be considered, the proposed space must meet the following minimum parameters: Space Type: Classification Feasibility: Explicitly state what classification levels the space can support today (e.g., Unclassified, Secret/Collateral, TS/SCI, JWICS) and what upgrades would be required to meet higher levels. If no current classification levels exist, is there an ability to add them? Would upgrades remain in place once contract ends? The Government is assessing the full spectrum of security capabilities available in the local market. Please feel free to respond with what you currently have to offer, even if your facility does not meet all preferred security thresholds. For example, if you possess functional Unclassified administrative space and Secret-level secure space, but lack active JWICS (Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System) capabilities, we still strongly encourage you to submit a response. The Government is highly interested in reviewing partial, mixed, or upgradeable space configurations to determine how they might support our broader mission requirements. Space Outfitting & Furnishing Status: To assist the Government in assessing transition timelines and potential cost savings, please address the following regarding the proposed space: Existing Inventory: Indicate whether the proposed space is currently unfurnished or contains existing, usable furniture (e.g., modular cubicles, desks, conference tables) that can be utilized to reduce lead times. Installation Capabilities: Specify if the management company offers turnkey installation services for government-furnished or custom-designed cubicles, including any associated fee structures. Capacity: Must accommodate between eighty (80) and one hundred (100) personnel. Square Footage (ABOA): A minimum of 11,200 square feet up to a maximum of approximately 21,000 square feet of American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/ Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) Office Area (ABOA). Offers falling within this range that optimize spatial efficiency and allow for potential growth up to the maximum personnel count are highly encouraged Conference and Collaborative Space: Primary Requirement: At least one (1) dedicated conference or collaborative room capable of comfortably seating a minimum of twenty-five (25) personnel. The minimum size for this primary meeting space is 500 square feet. Preferred Option: The availability of secondary conference rooms, huddle spaces, or break-out areas within the offered space is highly desirable to support flexible mission workflows and concurrent meetings. Connectivity: Space must be capable of supporting standard commercial internet/ WiFi service installation. Parking: How many parking spaces are available? Covered garage parking is a �nice to have" Location: Must be located within a 10-mile radius of Hanscom AFB Occupancy and Lease Term The Government is seeking a lease structure consisting of a one-year base period with four consecutive one-year option periods, targeted for occupancy in early 2027. Contract Period | Estimated Duration | Target Timeline / Effective Dates Base Period | 12 Months | April 1, 2027 � March 31, 2028 Option Period 1 | 12 Months | April 1, 2028 � March 31, 2029 Option Period 2 | 12 Months | April 1, 2029 � March 31, 2030 Option Period 3 | 12 Months | April 1, 2030 � March 31, 2031 Option Period 4 | 12 Months | April 1, 2031 � March 31, 2032 Target Occupancy Date: April 1, 2027 (subject to adjustments based on build-out and award timelines). Estimated Cost Range / Rental Rates: Provide an estimated, non-binding rental rate range for the proposed space, expressed as a fully serviced (gross) rate per rentable square foot (RSF) per year. Please specify what utilities, janitorial services, or common area maintenance (CAM) fees are included in this estimated rate, as well as any estimated costs for Tenant Improvements (TI) required to meet the security/furniture requirements. If utilities are not included, please provide an estimated average cost per month for necessary utilities and number of people the estimate is based on 4. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Interested property owners, brokers, or authorized representatives who can meet the above requirements are requested to submit a brief capability statement. Responses should include the following: Property Information: Address and brief description of the building. Available Space: Exact ABOA square footage available. Floor Plans/Photos: Include photos showing the current layout. Availability: Date the space will be available for occupancy or tenant improvements. Point of Contact: Name, email, and phone number of the property representative. 5. RESPONSE DEADLINE Responses must be submitted via email to Michael Dunford at michael.dunford@us.af.mil and copy AFLCMC.WVG.LookingGlass-Next@us.af.mil no later than 3:00PM on October 28, 2026. Please include the Notice ID in the subject line of your email.

Who won similar work

3 award notices on SAM.gov in the last 24 months. Matched by: Same agency (Air Force and Space Force), same NAICS 531120.

Single-winner award sizes (3): middle half $474K to $896K, median $684K; range $264K to $1.1M.

WinnerAwardsValueLast
RAFAEL CASTRO MONTES DE OCA ARQUITECTOS, PSC San Juan PR 00909 USA1$1.1MAug 11, 2026
BLUE SKY INNOVATORS INC.1$684KJul 1, 2025
LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, INC.1$264KJun 19, 2025

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Competitive landscape

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  • 0 of their lobbyists list a past Air Force, Dept of job
  • No corporate PAC money from them to the overseeing committees since 2024
  • 0 foreign-agent (FARA) registrations
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Policy around it

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  • 32 rules from the department in the last 12 months
  • 0 executive orders naming the agency in the last 12 months
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  • 0 insider buys and 0 insider sells at them in the last 90 days
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