36C78626R50110 -- S208
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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 Grounds Maintenance Services (S208) at the Los Angeles National Cemetery, CA. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside for a base year plus four option years. The contract has a guaranteed minimum of $10,000.00 and a maximum aggregate value of $9,500,000.00. Proposals will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Proposals are due by April 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive grounds maintenance services, including:
- Turf and grass maintenance, including specialized Kikuyu and Bermuda grass control.
- Plant and plant bed maintenance, tree, shrub, and palm tree pruning.
- Irrigation system maintenance, management, and repair.
- Drainage system maintenance, trash, and debris removal.
- Pavement and structure appearance maintenance.
- Extensive headstone services: setting, alignment, raising, re-aligning, and sunken grave renovation. Davis Bacon Act wages apply to specific headstone services.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Competitive Solicitation (Best Value, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable).
- Period of Performance: Base period from May 15, 2026, to May 14, 2027, with four one-year option periods extending through May 14, 2031.
- Value: Guaranteed minimum of $10,000.00; maximum aggregate value of $9,500,000.00.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14).
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit proposals via email to Ralph.Crum@va.gov with the subject line "36C78626R50110_Company Name". Proposals will be evaluated based on technical acceptability and price. Technical factors include (with page limits):
- Turfgrass Management Plan (<= 25 pages)
- Integrated Pest Management Plan (<= 20 pages)
- Irrigation Management Plan (<= 20 pages)
- Work Plan (<= 30 pages), including subcontractor list, staffing, equipment, and Site Manager resume.
- Site Specific Safety Plan (<= 5 pages), including Safety Officer resume.
- Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Plan (<= 5 pages), including CQC System Manager resume.
- Certified Arborist documentation and resume. Offerors must complete and sign SF 1449, the 898 LANC Price Schedule, and VAAR 852.219-75. The government may award without discussions.
Key Dates & Events
- Vendor Site Visit: April 1, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM PST at Los Angeles National Cemetery. RSVP by March 31, 2026, 3 PM PST.
- Questions Deadline: April 3, 2026, 5 PM PST via email to Ralph.Crum@va.gov.
- Proposal Submission Deadline: April 13, 2026, 3:00 PM PST.
Important Considerations
Bidders must review the Dignity Clause and ensure employees sign the Contractor's Employee Statement of Compliance, emphasizing extreme care and respect for gravesites and headstones. Compliance with Service Contract Act (SCA) and Davis-Bacon Act (DBA) wage determinations, as well as the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for the site, is mandatory. The Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) and NCA Operational Standards detail performance monitoring and expectations.