Fargo National Cemetery Janitorial Services
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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, is soliciting proposals for Janitorial Services at the Fargo National Cemetery in Harwood, ND. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Proposals are due February 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide daily janitorial cleaning services for restrooms and as-needed pumping of a 1000-gallon flushing septic vault at the Fargo National Cemetery. This includes cleaning and disinfecting a 70 sqft public bathroom, stocking supplies, emptying trash, and ensuring proper disposal of septic effluent. Services may also be required on Memorial weekend. Detailed requirements are outlined in the Statement of Work (Attachment A) and Cemetery Operational Standards (Attachment B).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: One (1) base year and four (4) one-year option periods, starting from the date of award.
- Estimated Value: Guaranteed minimum of $1,000; maximum aggregate value, including options, is $150,000.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Offerors must be VIP-listed SDVOSBs at the time of offer and award.
- Place of Performance: Fargo National Cemetery, 8709 40th Ave N, Harwood, ND 58042.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission Deadline: February 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Email proposals to April.Graves@va.gov.
- Questions Due Date: February 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, via email to April.Graves@va.gov.
- Evaluation Basis: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Evaluation Factors: Factor 1: Price (Lowest Price), Factor 2: Technical Acceptability (Pass/Fail).
- Required Submissions: Pricing Schedule (Attachment F), Past Performance Questionnaire (Attachment E).
Key Attachments & Notes
Key attachments include the Statement of Work, Cemetery Operational Standards, a Dignity Clause (emphasizing respectful handling of cemetery property), SCA Wage Determination for Cass County, ND, a Past Performance Questionnaire, and a Pricing Schedule template. Prospective quoters must be registered with SAM.gov. No pre-bid site visits are scheduled, but bidders may tour the cemetery during operating hours. The Dignity Clause specifically requires contractors to handle headstones and markers with reverence and prohibits walking, standing, or driving over them. The contractor is responsible for any damage.