Jefferson Barracks Fertilizer/ Herbicide/Seed
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), is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for Jefferson Barracks Fertilizer/Herbicide/Seed. This is to identify potential suppliers for specialized turf-grade fertilizer, fertilizer/herbicide combination, and grass seed for Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in Saint Louis, MO. Responses are due by February 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the delivery of bagged products on an as-needed basis. Key deliverables include:
- Fertilizer: Approximately 742 bags (50lb each) of 35-0-10 (±5%) N-P-K, 120-day slow-release, polymer-coated urea, moisture-proof.
- Fertilizer/Herbicide Combination: Approximately 742 bags (50lb each) of 35-0-7 (±5%) N-P-K with 0.1-0.25% dithiopyr active ingredient, moisture-proof.
- Grass Seed: Up to 1,298 bags (50lb each) of Tall Fescue grass seed blend (A-List), with a minimum 90% germination rate and 0.00% weed seed contamination, moisture-proof.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Duration: One base year with four (4) one-year options.
- Set-Aside: None specified (open market research, with a focus on identifying qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB)). The NAICS code is 325311 (Nitrogenous Fertilizer Manufacturing), and a class waiver for the Nonmanufacturer Rule applies.
- Response Due: February 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
- Published: February 18, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement via email to April.Graves@va.gov. The statement should include company name, address, Point of Contact, contact information, UEI number, business type (large/small, SDVOSB, VOSB), a description of capabilities, relevant FSS/GSA/NAC/SEWP contracts, and feedback on salient characteristics. Sample pricing for each deliverable is also requested. Responses will inform future acquisition decisions.
Delivery Requirements
Products must be delivered on an as-needed basis, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM (excluding federal holidays), within 3 days of request. Deliveries are to Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, 2900 Sheridan Rd., Saint Louis, Missouri 63125. Products must be palletized, and personnel must adhere to NCA rules of behavior.
Additional Notes
This is a market research notice only and not a solicitation or request for proposals/quotes. Invoices are to be submitted electronically via the Tungsten network within ten calendar days of delivery.