REQUEST FOR LEASE PROPOSALS FOR OFFICE SPACE IN RICHLAND COUNTY FOR THE SOUTH CAROLINA LEGISLATIVE AUDIT COUNCIL

The State of South Carolina, through its Department of Administration’s Real Property Services, is seeking gross‑lease proposals for approximately 2,000–2,500 rentable square feet of office space in Richland County to house the South Carolina Legislative Audit Council. The landlord must provide a fully serviced (gross) lease that includes all operating expenses, meets ADA requirements, supplies Cat‑6 (fiber‑ready) networking, offers at least eight paved, lighted parking spaces, and ensures 24/7 HVAC operation and security access. Proposals must include rent schedules for 3‑, 5‑, 7‑ or 10‑year lease terms along with required documentation (FMPS‑202E form, floor plans, etc.). • Total space needed: ~2,000‑2,500 rentable sq ft with defined private offices, reception, break room, copy/print/mail room, LAN room, and storage. • Lease type: Gross lease; no pass‑through of operating expense increases or early‑termination cost reimbursements. • Technical requirements: ADA compliance, Cat‑6 cabling, 8+ parking spaces, 24/7 HVAC, security card‑access (optional cameras). • Submission deadline: August 12, 2026 4:00 PM; proposals evaluated thereafter with possible site visits and negotiations.