(A) For real property leases, the Purchasing Division in conjunction with Facilities and Construction Services shall, on request, assist county officeholders, agencies, or department heads with locating suitable space for lease or with lease renewals. Such leases may extend for a maximum of 20 years under 55 ILCS 5/5-1083.
(B) Requests for real property leases shall be accompanied by the following information:
(1) A general description of the geographic location desired (e.g., “Waukegan,” or “northwestern Lake County”); and
(2) The minimum square footage required; and
(3) Property amenities (operational needs) that are (1) critical, and (2) not critical, but desired; and
(4) Any information on the amount budgeted for the lease.
(C) A real estate broker or other professional may be engaged to provide a market analysis on pricing for space in the requested location.
(D) Upon identifying suitable space, the Purchasing Division may assist the requestor with entering into a lease agreement. After securing the lease, the Purchasing Division shall turn over any management or other issues related to the lease to Facilities and Construction Services.
(Ord. 21-0923, passed 10-12-2021)