Seeking industrial warehouse space with comprehensive standards, accessibility and safety.

Expression of Interest

UT-Battelle, LLC (UT-B) is the Managing and Operating Contractor for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and is issuing this Expression of Interest (EOI) to conduct market research in an effort to identify parties with an interest in partnering with UT-B to replace aging facilities and to provide additional space for new and expanding programs in or around the vicinity of Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

UT-B may seek to secure space that meets the requirements outlined as follows:

Overview:

This lease outlines requirements for industrial warehouse space, with comprehensive standards for design, construction, accessibility and safety. The Lessor is fully responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local codes throughout the lease term. Property location must reside in the delimited area within 10 miles of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

Key Requirements:

1. General Construction & Certification

All construction must be performed by skilled labor and is subject to on-site inspection by the Company.

The Lessor must obtain a valid occupancy permit and provide pre-occupancy certification from a Tennessee-licensed architect/engineer verifying full compliance with applicable building, fire, life safety, and accessibility codes (ADAAG / 28 CFR Part 36).

2. Space Specifications

Industrial Warehouse Space: Must provide between 50,000 and 55,000 net usable square feet, suitable for handling, sorting, and storing property and equipment

Floor Load Capacity: 500 lbs./sq. ft. minimum in warehouse areas.

Loading Dock: 

• Bridges safely between the dock and truck bed
• Supports a loaded forklift (25,000 lbs capacity or higher)
• Adjusts to standard trailer heights
• Is in good working condition with no damage or leaks

3. Accessibility & Efficiency

All space and facilities must be fully ADA-compliant.

Parking must meet local code and include accessible spaces.

4. Energy & Environmental Standards

Buildings must comply with energy efficiency requirements per 10 CFR Part 435.

Indoor air quality must meet OSHA and EPA standards.

5. Building Systems

HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems must support 24/7 operational needs.

Fire protection systems must conform to NFPA standards.

6. Amenities & Fixtures

Restrooms (ADA-compliant), must be provided.

7. Maintenance & Services

Maintenance records must be available to the Company.

8. Security

Facility must have card-based access control and intrusion alarms.

Alarm systems must be connected to local law enforcement.

9. Documentation

Within 45 days of occupancy, Lessor must deliver full as-built drawings.

10. Compliance

The property must adhere to OSHA, NFPA, ADAAG, and other applicable regulations.

Notice:

This advertisement is a notice of a potential opportunity and is not a solicitation for offers or a request for proposals.

Interested parties are invited to respond by submitting an expression of interest including company information, SAM registration, partnering methods, capacity, qualifications, and past project experience.

Please send all correspondence regarding this EOI to Kari Lesperance (lesperancekl@ornl.gov).