This is not an Amendment. This notice is to post a Past Performance document. All other Terms and Conditions shall remain unchanged. -- S208

SOL #: QNE--NCA-26-000108Special Notice

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786)
QUANTICO, VA, 22134, United States

Place of Performance

Bridgeville, PA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

Landscaping/Groundskeeping Services (S208)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Timeline

1
Posted
Feb 26, 2026
2
Action Date
Mar 2, 2026, 12:00 AM

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 (NCA), has issued a Special Notice to post a Past Performance Questionnaire related to an upcoming requirement for Grounds Maintenance Services at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies (NCOTA) in Bridgeville, PA. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The Period of Performance (POP) for the grounds maintenance services is anticipated to be from April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, with a base year plus four option years.

Scope of Work

The underlying requirement is for comprehensive Grounds Maintenance Services at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. While this notice specifically addresses past performance documentation, the core service involves landscaping and groundskeeping.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Special Notice (related to a Grounds Maintenance Services requirement)
  • Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
  • Period of Performance (POP): April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027 (Base + 4 Option Years)
  • Wage Determination: 2015-4235, Rev. 32, Date: 12-03-2025
  • Response Date: March 2, 2026
  • Published: February 26, 2026

Evaluation

This notice highlights the importance of Past Performance in the evaluation process. The posted document, "PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONAIRE.pdf," is designed to collect information on a contractor's previous performance on federal, state, local, or private contracts. Bidders are required to list at least three (3) relevant contracts, similar in size and scope, completed or current within the last five years. The questionnaire requests details such as contract number, value, dates, type of work, and contact information for references. This information will be crucial for the government to assess a bidder's suitability and experience.

Additional Notes

This notice explicitly states it is not an amendment but serves solely to provide the Past Performance document. Bidders should ensure they complete this questionnaire accurately and thoroughly, selecting contracts that best demonstrate their capability for grounds maintenance services. The primary point of contact is Hugh O'Neil (Chief CO) at hugh.oneil@va.gov.

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Special Notice
Posted: Feb 26, 2026
This is not an Amendment. This notice is to post a Past Performance document. All other Terms and Conditions shall remain unchanged. -- S208 | GovScope