INVITATION TO SUBMIT AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)

Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) is asking interested parties to provide information for a potential lease of space that meets the following criteria: Section A: Lease Components

a lease term of approximately five (5) years, commencing on or about July 1, 2020, plus one (1) option to extend the lease for an additional period of three (3) years; approximately 213.0 usable square metres (um2), and not more than 225.0 um2 of contiguous office space, 9.0 um2 of outdoor storage space, and eight (8) parking spaces; the proposed space must be available approximately forty-two (42) weeks prior to the above-noted lease commencement date so all space(s) may be prepared for occupancy;  the proposed space should satisfy or be capable of satisfying the following criteria:

must be within office or commercial type buildings; buildings situated within heavy or medium industrial zoning, industrial type buildings and those with industrial space will not be considered; 2. the proposed space must be located on the main floor; 3. the proposed space must have, or have the capacity to install, a back door or other secondary entrance; 4. the outdoor storage space must be able to accommodate the installation of a 3.05 m wide x 3.05 m deep x 2.5 m high (10’ x 10’ x 8’) removable storage shed; 5. parking for approximately two (2) vehicles must be available to the public within a one (1) block radius of the proposed space; 6. have acceptable space for the installation of a bicycle rack 7. after hours cleaning must be available; 8. be fully accessible to persons with a disability; 9. the physical characteristics of the Lands and the Building and the area and environment surrounding it, including neighbouring land uses, shall be compatible with the Lessee’s intended use of the accommodation;

the proposed space must be located in one of the following locations

the town of Carman the city of Morden the city of Winkler

on or before the lease commencement date, the proposed space will have to comply with all requirements contained in PWGSC’s Standards for Leased Accommodation, a copy of which may be obtained from the contact listed in Section F; Note: PWGSC may wish to visit or inspect the proposed space upon reasonable notice and a threat and risk assessment may be undertaken in order to assess potential threats to the security of the proposed space and to the public.