Sources Sought Notice only. Unarmed security guard service at the Bakersfield National Cemetery. -- S206
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 (36C786), is conducting a Sources Sought for unarmed security guard services at the Bakersfield National Cemetery in Arvin, CA. This opportunity is designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Interested firms must submit a capabilities statement and their SAM UEI number. Responses are due by March 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks to identify qualified firms capable of providing unarmed security guard services (Product Service Code S206) at the Bakersfield National Cemetery. The specific duties and requirements for these services will be detailed in a future solicitation, should one arise.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Response Due: March 13, 2026, by 00:00:00Z
- Published: March 4, 2026
- Place of Performance: Bakersfield National Cemetery, Arvin, CA 93203, United States
Submission Requirements
Firms interested in this potential opportunity must email their capabilities statement AND their SAM UEI number to the contracting specialist. The capabilities statement should demonstrate the firm's ability to perform the required unarmed security guard services.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought Notice only for market research purposes to determine the availability and capability of SDVOSBs. It does not constitute a solicitation for proposals, and the government is not obligated to award a contract as a result of this notice. All questions and submissions should be directed to the primary contact.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Stacey Lewallen
- Email: Stacey.Lewallen@va.gov