36C78626R50055 -- S208
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration (NCA), has issued Solicitation 36C78626R50055 for Grounds Maintenance Services at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Amendment 0003 revises the Past Performance evaluation criteria and confirms the proposal deadline.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive grounds maintenance services to ensure the upkeep and appearance of the Santa Fe National Cemetery.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFP/RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Proposal Due: June 3, 2026, 5 PM PST
- Questions Due: May 1, 2026, 5 PM PST
- Vendor Site Visit: April 29, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM PST at Santa Fe National Cemetery. RSVP required by April 28, 2026, 5 PM PST to ralph.crum@va.gov and robert.jones12@va.gov.
- Award: A single contract will be awarded based on best value to the Government. Offerors must hold prices firm for sixty (60) calendar days.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value, considering:
- Factor 1: Technical Capability (equal importance to Past Performance)
- Grounds Management Plan (GMP)
- Irrigation Management Plan (IMP)
- Work Plan (including subcontractors, staffing, equipment, Site Manager resume)
- Site Specific Safety Plan (including Safety Officer resume)
- Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Plan (including CQC System Manager resume)
- Factor 2: Past Performance (equal importance to Technical Capability)
- The Government will evaluate the Prime Vendor's Past Performance. Relevant past performance of predecessor companies, key personnel, or subcontractors may also be considered if pertinent.
- Assesses confidence in an offeror's ability to meet user needs based on a demonstrated record.
- Information from sources like CPARS and the attached Past Performance Questionnaire may be used.
- Requires at least two relevant past performance references.
- Factor 3: Price
Submission Requirements
Proposals must be submitted via email to Ralph.Crum@va.gov with the subject line "36C78626R50055 _Company Name". Key components include:
- Completed and signed SF 1449 form.
- Completed Excel Price Schedule.
- Acknowledgment of all amendments (including Amendment 0003).
- Information for non-price and price evaluation factors.
- Completed and signed VAAR 852.219-75.
- Two or more completed Past Performance Questionnaires.
Additional Notes
Offerors must not alter solicitation files; incomplete submissions may lead to disqualification. The site visit is limited to two people per company.