Federal Real Property Leasing

Leasing specialists have to master the fundamental concepts involved in the leasing process to ensure they get the best value for their agency. You will participate in highly interactive, hands-on…

Leasing specialists have to master the fundamental concepts involved in the leasing process to ensure they get the best value for their agency. You will participate in highly interactive, hands-on exercises using a lease acquisition case study that simulates the entire lease acquisition process—from requirements development through tenant improvement (TI) construction and acceptance. You will gain the knowledge and skills to bring value to your team and your agency.

Signing the lease is only the beginning — what comes next can impact costs, tenant satisfaction, and the success of an acquisition management program. Leasing personnel must first understand the…

Signing the lease is only the beginning — what comes next can impact costs, tenant satisfaction, and the success of an acquisition management program. Leasing personnel must first understand the activities before, during, and after occupancy to successfully navigate lease administration. You will examine real estate contracts, explore contract management issues, and learn the steps of termination processes through case studies and exercises. This a required course for obtaining GSA Leasing Specialist Certification.

Obtaining the best value possible is a key objective for organizations charged with awarding federal property leases. After examining regulatory requirements, types of leases, and the phases of…

Obtaining the best value possible is a key objective for organizations charged with awarding federal property leases. After examining regulatory requirements, types of leases, and the phases of contract pricing, you will learn techniques and best practices to successfully negotiate real property lease proposals. Exercises built around realistic scenarios will challenge your cost analysis skills. This course is required to qualify for a leasing warrant.

Federal leasing skills are specialized — but may not be used every day. Your skills may diminish over time and lead to less effective execution of the process; this is common with members of the…

Federal leasing skills are specialized — but may not be used every day. Your skills may diminish over time and lead to less effective execution of the process; this is common with members of the Federal leasing community. With an opportunity to review current leasing forms and procedures, you will be able to effectively and efficiently participate in the process once again. You will review lease models and look at the acquisition process from beginning to end, and leave with renewed confidence in your knowledge of the Federal leasing process.

Legal problems can arise while soliciting for and administering leases. But as a Leasing Contracting Officer (LCO), you can identify and avoid legal problems by understanding the proper legal…

Legal problems can arise while soliciting for and administering leases. But as a Leasing Contracting Officer (LCO), you can identify and avoid legal problems by understanding the proper legal principles that apply to daily leasing activities. You will work extensively with the clauses typically found in Federal leases, including GSA Form 3517B. You will review case studies around actual Comptroller General and court decisions, and learn to apply that knowledge to the work you carry out every day.

The life of a Federal Government real property lease spans 5 to 20 years, often involving millions of dollars. Negotiating a fair price and terms saves time, money, and resources. Gaining the skills…

The life of a Federal Government real property lease spans 5 to 20 years, often involving millions of dollars. Negotiating a fair price and terms saves time, money, and resources. Gaining the skills and tactics to successfully and lawfully negotiate contracts is a challenge even with knowledge of the Federal real property lease process. You will learn to make a deal that benefits your organization through experiential exercises where you practice your new negotiation skills and receive observer feedback. This course is a higher-level leasing warrant requirement.