Sources Sought
Milwaukee, WI BLM Warehouse Space
Department of the Interior · Bureau of Land Management
AI summaryThe Bureau of Land Management is asking property owners to say whether they have existing leased commercial warehouse space and a fenced yard in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This is market research only, not a request for proposals, and it is aimed at landlords, not contractors. SAM.gov lists the response due date as the end of November 5, 2026, but the notice text asks for expressions of interest by October 23, 2026 (passed). More in the summary
Market research, not a bid. Replying is free and tells Bureau of Land Management who could do this work. Send a short reply to the contracting contact; no price is needed. See the contact
A newer version of this notice was posted Oct 21, 2026. See the latest version.
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Summary of the version posted Oct 20, 2026. The notice was amended Oct 21, 2026. Check what else changed on SAM.gov.
The Bureau of Land Management is asking property owners to say whether they have existing leased commercial warehouse space and a fenced yard in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This is market research only, not a request for proposals, and it is aimed at landlords, not contractors. SAM.gov lists the response due date as the end of November 5, 2026, but the notice text asks for expressions of interest by October 23, 2026 (passed).
Who can bid
- Be the owner of the property or authorized to represent the owner
- Property inside the delineated area, outside any 100 year floodplain
How to submit: Email to Charles Leverett, Senior Real Estate Advisor, BLM, cleverett@blm.gov, due End of November 5, 2026 Eastern (SAM.gov); the notice text says October 23, 2026. What to include is under Full summary below. Check the solicitation's instructions on SAM.gov.
Things to watch
- Worth checking: For property owners, not service contractors. You need an existing building and yard in the delineated area, or the owner's authorization, to respond.
- Minor: Market survey on November 1, 2026. The notice lists a market survey on this date but does not say what it involves.
Read from the notice text only.
Full summary
What they want
- Existing warehouse of 5,000 to 6,000 sq ft (ABOA, the usable floor area) with at least two drive-in doors, each at least 12 by 12 feet
- Secured, fenced yard of 39,000 to 45,000 sq ft with lighting and a gate with access control
- Six parking spaces
- A 20-year lease with a 15-year firm term; the Government can end it after the firm term on 120 days' written notice
- Building open 24/7/365, inside the delineated area, outside any 100 year floodplain
- Space that meets all Federal, State and local building codes, fire and life safety standards and environmental rules
- Contract type
- Lease of existing commercial space (sources sought, market research only)
- Period of performance
- 20-year lease term, 15 years firm; desired occupancy December 1, 2027 (estimated)
- Place of performance
- Milwaukee, WI, USA; the offered property must be inside the delineated area described in the notice
- Estimated value
- Not stated
- Offers due
- End of November 5, 2026 Eastern (SAM.gov); the notice text says October 23, 2026 (from the version posted Oct 20, 2026; amended since)
- How to submit
- Email to Charles Leverett, Senior Real Estate Advisor, BLM, cleverett@blm.gov
What to include when you submit
- Give the building name and address
- State the warehouse square feet and secured yard square feet available
- Attach building floor plans, site plans and specifications showing overhead door dimensions
- Confirm that 6 parking spaces are available
- Give evidence of ownership or authorization to represent the property owner
- Give the estimated rental rate per square foot, fully serviced or with a triple net breakdown
- Give the name, address, phone number and email address of the authorized contact
- Reference L26PL00026
Not in the notice text
- Which response date applies: October 23, 2026 in the notice text or the end of November 5, 2026 on SAM.gov
- What the November 1, 2026 market survey involves and whether owners must be present
- The attached market survey map; the text also gives the boundaries in words
- Lease terms beyond the stated Government standard lease document, and how offers will be ranked
Eligibility and how to respond
- No set-aside. Any business can reply: this is market research, and no bid is being taken yet.
- To respond, send a short reply to the contracting contact near the top of this page. No price is needed.
Notice details
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Notice type
- Sources Sought
- Office
- National Operations Center, Denver, CO
- Versions
7 versions have been posted, newest first.
- Oct 21, 2026 · Amendment 0006Due Nov 5, 2026
- Oct 20, 2026 · Amendment 0005Due Nov 5, 2026
- Oct 20, 2026 · Amendment 0004 (this version)Due Nov 5, 2026 (changed)
- Sep 29, 2026 · Amendment 0003Due Sep 28, 2026
- Sep 29, 2026 · Amendment 0002Due Sep 28, 2026 (changed)
- Sep 14, 2026 · Amendment 0001Due Sep 27, 2026
- Sep 14, 2026 · Sources SoughtDue Sep 27, 2026
- Attachments
Past awards and competition
Who has won work like this before, the likely incumbent, and what similar contracts paid, from USAspending.gov.
Before you respond
Terms on this notice: Sources sought notice
Full notice text from SAM.gov
The U.S. Government is seeking expression of interest for existing leased commercial warehouse and secured wareyard space. This notice is for market research and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a formal Request for Proposal (RLP) SPACE REQUIREMENTS. In making the determination, the Government will consider, among other things, the availability of alternative space that can potentially satisfy the Government's requirements, as well as costs likely to be incurred through necessary space alterations/tenant improvements, and telecommunication infrastructure. Delineated Area: To be considered, the offered property must be located within the boundaries defined in the attached market survey map. Warehouse Minimum SF (ABOA): 5,000 sq ft. Warehouse Maximum SF (ABOA): 6,000 sq. ft. Warehouse Overhead Doors: Minimum of two (2) drive- in doors with a minimum size of 12’x12’. Space Type: Storage (primary) Parking Spaces: 6 Secured fenced Wareyard Minimum sf: 39,000 sf Secured fenced Wareyard Maximum sf: 45,000 sf Leased Term: 20 Years Firm Term: 15 Years Termination Rights: The Government shall have termination rights after the initial 15- year firm term upon 120 days’ written notice. Expressions of Interest due: Expressions of interest must be submitted electronically to the primary point of contact listed below no later than October 23, 2026. Expressions of interest should include the following information, at a minimum: Building Name and address Amount of warehouse SF and secured yard SF available. Building floor plans, site plans, and specifications showing overhead door dimensions. Confirmation of 6 available parking spaces. Evidence of ownership or authorization to represent the property owner. Estimated rental rate per square foot (fully serviced or triple net breakdown). Name, address, phone number, and email address of authorized contact. Government Primary Point of Contact Send Expressions of Interest to: Charles Leverett, Senior Real Estate Advisor. BLM Email: cleverett@blm.gov Phone: 303 810-4332 Market Survey: November 1, 2026 Desired Occupancy (Estimated): 12/1/2027 Additional Government Requirements: The offered space and site must meet all Federal, State, and Local building codes, fire/life safety standards, and environmental regulations. The secured yard must feature appropriate fencing, lighting, and access control (gate) systems suitable for Government security protocols. The building must be accessible 24/7/365. The Government prefers column spacing and ceiling clear heights that optimize material handling and storage efficiency. A Government standard lease document will be used for the transaction. Properties located in a 100 year floodplain will not be considered. All services, supplies, utilities, and required tenant improvements are to be provided as part of the rental consideration. The site shall have convenient and well-maintained vehicles access for employees. The Governments decision regarding whether to relocate will be based, in part, on information received in response to this advertisement. Please include all info requested above and reference L26PL00026. Delineated Area Map Beginning at the intersection of Mequon Road and 76th Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, travel eastbound along Mequon Road to N. Port Washington Road, Turn South on Port Washington Road to W. Green Tree Road, Turn East on W. Green Tree Road to N. Lake Drive, Turn South on N. Lake Drive to N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Turn East on N. Lincoln Memorial Drive to N. John R. Plewa Memorial Lake Parkway, Continue South on N. John R. Plewa Memorial Lake Parkway to, S. Carferry Drive, Turn South on S. Carferry Drive to S. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Turn South on S. Lincoln Memorial Drive to, S. Superior Street, Turn South on S. Superior Street to S. Lake Drive, Continue South on S. Lake Drive to E. Layton Avenue, Turn West on E. Layton Avenue to 92nd Street, Turn North on 92nd Street to W. Bluemound Road, Turn East on W. Bluemound Road to Glenview Avenue, Turn North on Glenview Avenue to Harwood Avenue, Turn East on Harwood Avenue to Harmonee Avenue, Turn Northeast on Harmonee Avenue to N. Wauwatosa Avenue/76th Street, Turn North on N. Wauwatosa Avenue/76th Street to the intersection of Mequon Road.