Arlington Cemetery Crook Walk Bridge and Section 37 Channel Repairs
Overview
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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 the Army (W2SD ENDIST NORFOLK) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified and experienced 8(a) small business construction contractors for the Arlington Cemetery Crook Walk Bridge and Section 37 Channel Repairs project in Fort Myer, VA. This is a market research tool only, not a request for proposals. Responses are due January 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves a Design-Bid-Build contract for the demolition and reconstruction of portions of the Crook Walk Bridge and the Section 37 drainage channel at Arlington National Cemetery. This includes a small concrete pedestrian bridge, a ~435 linear foot concrete and stone open channel, and adjacent features. The work aims to improve a high-traffic pedestrian bridge and ensure safe stormwater drainage, matching the original aesthetic design of historic features. Key tasks include:
- Demolition and reconstruction of the Crook Walk Bridge.
- Demolition and construction of a pre-cast concrete channel for Section 37.
- Rehabilitation of historic brick and stone masonry channels.
- Site restoration and sod installation.
- Strategic use of smaller equipment and bypass pumping for stormwater management due to site constraints.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS Code: 237310 (Highway, Street and Bridge Construction) with a $45 million size standard.
- Estimated Price Range: $1-$5 million.
- Anticipated Solicitation Issuance: February-March 2025.
- Estimated Award Timeframe: May-June 2025.
- Period of Performance: Approximately 365 calendar days from receipt of notice to proceed.
- Response Due: January 28, 2026, 4 PM Eastern Time.
- Published: January 6, 2026.
Experience Requirements
Contractors must demonstrate experience in:
- Federal Government Construction Projects (especially at Arlington National Cemetery).
- Earthwork and Cast-in-Place Concrete Construction.
- Removal and Salvage of Historic Construction Features.
- Historic Masonry (with a consultant meeting specific NPS standards).
- Precast Concrete Production and Erection (PCI or NPCA certified).
- Landscaping/Restoration (licensed contractor with 5+ years experience).
Submission & Evaluation
Interested contractors must submit a capability statement, limited to 5 pages, via email. The government intends to make a sole source award to a qualified 8(a) contractor. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) is required.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought Notice only and not a Request for Proposals. No solicitation, specifications, or drawings are available at this time. This notice is for market research purposes to identify qualified 8(a) small businesses.