Jefferson Barracks Fertilizer/ Herbicide/Seed
Overview
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Original Source
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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), is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify potential suppliers for bagged fertilizer, fertilizer/herbicide combination, and grass seed for Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery (JBNC) in Saint Louis, MO. This is an annual requirement for specialized turf-grade products. Responses are due February 20, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the delivery of products on an as-needed basis. Key items include:
- Fertilizer: Approximately 742 bags (50lb each) of specialized turf-grade fertilizer (35-0-10 with specific mineral compositions, 4% FE, 95% Polymer Coated Urea for slow release, 120-day minimum slow-release technology). Must be moisture proof.
- Fertilizer/Herbicide Combination: Approximately 742 bags (50lb each) of a fertilizer-preemergent blend (35-0-7 with specific mineral compositions, containing 0.15-0.25% dithiopyr active ingredient, 95% Polymer Coated Urea, 120-day minimum slow-release technology). Must be moisture proof.
- Grass Seed: Up to 1,298 bags (50lb each) of a tall fescue grass seed blend (A-List seeds), spread at 5 lbs per 1000 sq. ft., with a germination rate of no less than 90% and 0.00% weed seed contamination. Must be moisture proof.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Contract Period: One base year with four (4) one-year options through 2030.
- Response Due: February 20, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST
- Published: February 12, 2026 (Opportunity), February 12, 2026 (Document)
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 325311 (Nitrogenous Fertilizer Manufacturing).
- The Nonmanufacturer Rule and Class Waiver apply, allowing potential Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) to offer products from small or large businesses.
- The NCA encourages all capable vendors, regardless of business size, to respond to this market research.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement to April.Graves@va.gov. The response should include:
- Company name, address, Point of Contact (POC), contact information.
- Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number.
- Business type (large/small, SDVOSB, VOSB).
- Capability statement.
- Relevant FSS/GSA/NAC/SEWP contracts.
- Feedback on salient characteristics.
- Sample pricing for each deliverable, if available. Responses will inform future acquisition decisions and identify qualified businesses.
Delivery Requirements
- Delivery is on an as-needed basis, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM, excluding federal holidays.
- Delivery is expected within 2-3 days of request.
- Products must be palletized and delivered to JBNC. Cemetery personnel will offload and apply.
- Contractors must adhere to NCA rules of behavior.
Additional Notes
This is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation announcement or a request for proposals/quotes.