Montgomery County Public Schools Lease of Holding Facilities RFP 9922.1 - Grosvenor and Radnor Centers
Montgomery County Public SchoolsSchool · Rockville, MD- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Comfort Baiyeshea
- (240) 740-7700
The 30-second brief
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is soliciting proposals for the short-term lease of two unoccupied school facilities: Grosvenor Center (5701 Grosvenor Lane, 36,770 sq ft, 18 rooms) and Radnor Center (7000 Radnor Road, 36,663 sq ft, 16 rooms), both located in Bethesda, MD. The initial lease term is through June 30, 2028, with potential for three one-year renewals. Tenants are required to pay a non-negotiable monthly rent of no less than $15.50 per square foot, with annual increases of at least 3%. Proposals must include a company profile, financial responsibility statements, and plans for program operations, staffing, and maintenance. Site visits are scheduled for September 14 and 15, 2026. Submissions are due by October 26, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
Company profile, Relevant experience, Licenses and certifications, Emergency response capabilities, References, Financial responsibility statement, Redacted copy of proposal
Experience and Qualifications (15 points), Proposed Program Services and Community Benefits (40 points), Staffing and Service Delivery Approach (15 points), Financial Responsibility (20 points), Compliance with Requirements (10 points)
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Summary
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is soliciting proposals for the short-term lease of two unoccupied school facilities: Grosvenor Center (5701 Grosvenor Lane, 36,770 sq ft, 18 rooms) and Radnor Center (7000 Radnor Road, 36,663 sq ft, 16 rooms), both located in Bethesda, MD. The initial lease term is through June 30, 2028, with potential for three one-year renewals.
Tenants are required to pay a non-negotiable monthly rent of no less than $15.50 per square foot, with annual increases of at least 3%. Proposals must include a company profile, financial responsibility statements, and plans for program operations, staffing, and maintenance. Site visits are scheduled for September 14 and 15, 2026. Submissions are due by October 26, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Company profile
- Relevant experience
- Licenses and certifications
- Emergency response capabilities
- References
- Financial responsibility statement
- Redacted copy of proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Attachment D
- Attachment E
- Attachment F
- Attachment G
- Attachment H
- Attachment I
- Attachment J
- Form W-9
- Submit to
- Rockville, MD
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Bethesda, MD
- Projected sq ft
- 73,433 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Montgomery County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 26, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Rockville, MD. For questions, contact Comfort Baiyeshea.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Montgomery County Public Schools in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Comfort Baiyeshea at (240) 740-7700. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Company profile, Relevant experience, Licenses and certifications, Emergency response capabilities, References, Financial responsibility statement, Redacted copy of proposal. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience and Qualifications (15 points), Proposed Program Services and Community Benefits (40 points), Staffing and Service Delivery Approach (15 points), Financial Responsibility (20 points), Compl..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Montgomery County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Montgomery County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Montgomery County Public Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C, Attachment D, Attachment E, Attachment F, Attachment G, Attachment H, Attachment I, Attachment J, Form W-9. Review the full document from Montgomery County Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bethesda, MD. The total projected area is 73433 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.