Fort Bayard National Cemetery Grounds Maintenance Service IDIQ
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 Veterans Affairs (VA), National Cemetery Administration (NCA), has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Grounds Maintenance Services at Fort Bayard National Cemetery, Santa Clara, NM. This requirement is for a Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about January 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision for comprehensive grounds maintenance services. Key services include:
- Interment and Disinterment Services
- Headstone Services
- Gravesite Maintenance
- Turf and Grasses Maintenance
- Tree, Shrub, Planting, and Bed Maintenance
- Irrigation System Services
- Drainage System Maintenance
- Trash & Debris Removal
- Pavement Sweeping and Cleaning
- Structure Cleaning, Light Maintenance, and Janitorial Services
- Ceremonies Assistance
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Duration: One base year and four option periods
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside
- NAICS: 561730 - Landscaping Services (Size Standard: $9.5 Million)
- Procurement: FAR Part 15 Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services
- Estimated Solicitation Release: On or about January 29, 2026
- Published: January 16, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice; specific instructions for submitting offers will be detailed in the forthcoming solicitation documents on SAM.gov. All proposals and required documents must be submitted electronically. Offerors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have completed Online Representations and Certifications to be eligible for award. All dates are estimated and subject to change. The primary contact is Roberto Escobedo at roberto.escobedo@va.gov or 279-240-1655.