Sources Sought: Non-Hazardous Waste Removal Service for Washington Crossing National Cemetery -- S205
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), National Cemetery Administration, is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors capable of providing Non-Hazardous Waste Removal Services for the Washington Crossing National Cemetery in Newtown, PA. This is a Sources Sought notice for planning purposes; no formal solicitation has been issued yet. Responses are due by February 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all equipment, labor, and disposal services for non-hazardous waste and recyclables. Key requirements include:
- Scheduled Services: Weekly pickup and disposal from 4-cubic yard trash dumpsters and 2-cubic yard recycling dumpsters located at the Maintenance Yard.
- On-Demand Services: Delivery and haul-away of 40-cubic yard roll-off dumpsters within 72 hours of request.
- Equipment Standards: All dumpsters must be factory new or recently refurbished (within 3 months) and maintained in "like-new" condition.
- Operational Decorum: Work must be coordinated to avoid interfering with burial activities; operations must cease within 1,000 feet of ongoing committal services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 562219 (Other Nonhazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Market research to determine potential SDVOSB/VOSB or Small Business set-asides)
- Response Due: February 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST
- Place of Performance: Newtown, PA
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit a capabilities statement including:
- Company information and DUNS number.
- Business size status (SDVOSB/VOSB firms must be SBA certified).
- Three examples of comparable past performance including project descriptions and dollar values.
- Statement of interest in bidding on a future solicitation.
Additional Notes
All waste must be transported to licensed disposal areas in compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations. Personnel must maintain a professional appearance and exhibit courtesy to cemetery visitors.