National Cemetery Administration - Sources Sought - Geese Control (Mitigation) - Willamette National Cemetery
Overview
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Set Aside
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 market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) capable of providing Geese Control (Mitigation) Services at the Willamette National Cemetery in Happy Valley/Portland, Oregon. This is not a solicitation, but responses will inform future procurement decisions.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for year-round, humane goose removal and mitigation services to maintain a dignified, clean, safe, and respectful environment at the 270-acre Willamette National Cemetery. Key services include:
- Providing all personnel, equipment, and supplies for goose removal and mitigation.
- Implementing an intensive and humane year-round hazing protocol.
- Performing egg depredation and nest removal.
- Achieving a 99% goose-free cemetery.
- Servicing the cemetery twice daily during heavy migration periods (approximately December-May, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
- Being on call and responding within two hours if requested, ensuring services do not interfere with cemetery operations or funeral services.
Anticipated Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Definitive Firm Fixed Price contract.
- Period of Performance: One (1) 12-month Base Year and four (4) 12-month option years, anticipated from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031.
- Set-Aside: Market research specifically targets SDVOSB and VOSB.
- NAICS Code: 561710 – Exterminating Pest Control ($17.5M size standard).
- Response Due: February 10, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST.
- Published: February 3, 2026.
Response Requirements
Interested and qualified businesses must submit responses via email to Stacey.Lewallen@va.gov with the subject line "36C78626Q50101 Geese Control/Mitigation – Willamette National Cemetery". Submissions should include:
- Company Name, Address, Point of Contact, Phone, Fax, and Email.
- DUNS number / UIE number and Business Type (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB).
- A Capability Statement detailing qualifications and ability to perform the work.
- Relevant FSS, NAC, GSA Contract vehicles held, and if the services are available on those contracts.
- Feedback or suggestions on salient characteristics, and available options to meet PWS needs.
- Any questions regarding the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
- Sample pricing for each deliverable, if available.
Additional Notes
Respondents are instructed to review the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) for detailed requirements and performance standards, including a Quality Control Program (QCP) and weekly service reports.