Real estate taxes
Submit all relevant tax adjustment documentation, such as tax bills, copies of paid tax receipts and invoices, via the Leasing Portal.
Changes of ownership (novation)
FAR 42.1204 provides a framework for the government to recognize a change of ownership such as when a lessor buys or sells a property where a government tenant resides.
Preparation
Start the process early. It is a best practice for lessors to inform GSA within five days of transfer of title to ensure efficient processing of the required contractual documents.
Payment
While the change of ownership is being processed, the seller must maintain its System for Award Management (SAM) registration in “active” status. Given that the current contract terms do not change until the change of ownership is processed GSA will continue to pay the official lessor of record (the seller) until the lease is amended to recognize the new owner as the lessor.
Process
To request a change of ownership you may:
- Fill out this novation request form
- Contact your Administrative Lease Contracting Officer or your local Lease Contracting Officer
- Email the Lease Contract Administration Team
- Email leasing.gsa.gov
Changes and compliance
Send your questions and comments to leasing@gsa.gov.
U.S. General Services Administration