Camp Butler National Cemetery – National Shrine Project 806-NSP25-004
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 (VA), National Cemetery Administration (NCA), has issued a Presolicitation Notice for the Camp Butler National Cemetery National Shrine Project in Springfield, IL. This project involves comprehensive headstone and turf renovation services. The future procurement will be a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The anticipated magnitude of the project is between $350,000 and $500,000. The full solicitation is expected to be posted on SAM.gov, with a response date of April 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary personnel, management, supplies, transportation, equipment, and supervision for a complete section renovation. Key tasks include:
- Site surveying and preparation of grading and headstone realignment plans.
- Vegetation removal, grading, excavation, and backfill.
- Headstone identification, tagging, and handling (including both upright headstones and flat markers).
- Installation of flat marker geogrid support systems.
- Headstone re-installation, cleaning, and alignment with strict tolerances.
- Turf renovation and site restoration.
Specific periods for turf renovation are April 15 to June 30 (spring) and August 15 to October 15 (fall).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Anticipated Magnitude: Between $350,000 and $500,000 (non-binding range)
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
- Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday (excluding Federal holidays).
- Published Date: March 30, 2026
- Future Solicitation Response Date: April 14, 2026, 3:00 PM Central Time
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- SDVOSB Verification: Offerors must be verified SDVOSBs in the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) Program at the time of offer and award.
- NAICS Code: 561730 – Landscaping Services (Size Standard: $10.5M). Alternate NAICS codes may be considered.
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is for advance information only; no proposals or pricing are requested at this time. The full solicitation, including drawings, Statement of Work (SOW), specifications, and proposal instructions, will be posted on SAM.gov under Solicitation Number 36C78626B0008.
Additional Notes
This presolicitation does not constitute a solicitation, and the Government is not obligated to award a contract based on this notice. No reimbursement will be provided for costs associated with responding to this announcement.