S208--Landscape and Decomposed Granite Project (VALLHCS) POP: 06/01/2026 - 05/31/2027
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), specifically the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHCS), has issued a Sources Sought Announcement for market research to identify qualified small businesses for a Landscape and Decomposed Granite Project. This project involves comprehensive rehabilitation and enhancement of landscape areas across the VALLHCS campus in Loma Linda, CA. Responses are due by April 21, 2026, at 14:00 PST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and disposal for the rehabilitation and enhancement of approximately 50,000 square feet of existing stabilized decomposed granite (DG) landscape areas and new DG installations. Key tasks include:
- DG restoration, vegetation removal, soil preparation, DG placement, and compaction.
- Irrigation system modifications, including removal, adjustment, and installation of new lines, valves, and heads.
- Installation of 100 sq ft of sod turf and planting of approximately 80 five-gallon shrubs (e.g., Crape Myrtle, Muhlenbergia Rigens, Lantana, Rosemary, Red Yucca).
- Installation of 2,400 sq ft of Arizona River Rock walkway and 200 linear yards of bender board edging.
- Installation of 40 stakes for 20 trees, secured with VA standard tree ties.
- Reporting on project maintenance, removal, repair, and installation.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought Announcement (Market Research)
- Product Service Code: S208 (Landscaping/Groundskeeping Services)
- NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping Services)
- Period of Performance: 180 days from performance start date.
- Place of Performance: VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, 11201 Benton St., Loma Linda, CA 92357.
- Response Due: April 21, 2026, 14:00 PST.
- Published: April 14, 2026.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
The VA is mandated to consider a total set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). If SDVOSB responses are inadequate, an alternate set-aside or full and open competition may be considered.
- Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
- SDVOSB or Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) respondents must be certified by the Small Business Administration (VetCert).
- Required licenses include: 30-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), General Contractor License, C-27 Landscaping Contractor, and Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT) Certification.
Submission Requirements
Responses must be in writing and include:
- Company name, address, point of contact, phone, fax, and email.
- Unique Entity ID (UEI), Cage Code, and Tax ID Number.
- Type of small business (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business).
- A capability statement detailing organizational qualifications and ability to perform the work. Submissions should be emailed to catherine.fernandezpedernera@va.gov, marked "Attn: Catherine Fernandez, Contract Specialist."
Additional Notes
This is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation or request for proposals/quotes. The Government is not obligated to award a contract or reimburse costs for responding. No sub-contracting opportunities are anticipated.