Sources Sought Fort Scott National Cemetery
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), specifically the National Cemetery Administration, is conducting a Sources Sought market research effort to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) for refuse collection services at Fort Scott National Cemetery, KS. This is not a solicitation, but rather an inquiry to gauge industry capabilities. Responses are due by March 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive trash and waste removal services, including:
- Collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste.
- Proper handling and recycling of designated materials.
- Provision, delivery, maintenance, and removal of refuse and recycling containers (e.g., 6 yd General Waste Dumpster).
- Weekly pickup and servicing of containers.
- Regular cleaning and sanitizing of containers (pressure washing twice monthly April-September, once monthly October-March; steam cleaning quarterly).
- Use of environmentally friendly cleaning products and EPA-approved deodorizers.
- Immediate cleanup, proper disposal, and reporting of any hazardous waste spills.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Structure: One (1) Base Period followed by four (4) Option Periods, each 12 months long. The Government reserves the right to extend services for up to six (6) months per FAR 52.217-8.
- Set-Aside: Market research specifically targets SDVOSB and VOSB firms.
- NAICS Code: 562111 – Solid Waste Collection
- Response Due: March 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST
- Published Date: February 18, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested businesses must email their responses to April.Graves@va.gov with the subject line: "36C78626Q50116 Fort Scott National Cemetery". The submission should include:
- Company name, address, point of contact, phone, fax, and email.
- DUNS number/UEI number.
- Business type (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB).
- A capability statement detailing qualifications, years of experience, and ability to perform the required services.
- Relevant FSS, NAC, or GSA Contract vehicles held, and confirmation if services are available on schedule.
- Feedback or suggestions on salient characteristics.
- A list of available options to meet the stated needs.
- Any questions regarding the Statement of Work.
- Sample pricing for each deliverable, if available.
Special Instructions
All work must be performed with special care, reverence, and dignity, acknowledging the cemetery as a final resting place. Contractor personnel must be aware of and show utmost care for remains and headstones. Containers must be leakproof, covered, clean, clearly labeled, and placed in designated areas. The contractor is responsible for all equipment maintenance and spill cleanup. No service will be performed on Federal Government Holidays; service will be rescheduled.
Additional Notes
This announcement is for market research only and does not obligate the Government to award a contract.