Y1PZ--800-NSP26-001 National Shrine Project at Alton National Cemetery
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, has issued a solicitation for the National Shrine Project (800-NSP26-001) at Alton National Cemetery, IL. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside for comprehensive section renovation services. Bids are due by Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, management, materials, tools, and equipment for cemetery section renovation. Key tasks include:
- Site surveying, grading, and drainage improvements.
- Headstone realignment, identification, handling, re-installation, and cleaning.
- Installation of flat marker geogrid support systems.
- Vegetation removal, excavation, backfill, and site restoration.
- Turf renovation, including killing existing turf, grading, and resodding. All services must adhere to National Cemetery Administration (NCA) standards, with specific performance standards for headstone alignment, grading, and turf quality.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
- Estimated Value: Between $100,000 and $250,000.
- Bonds: A Bid Bond is required if the bid exceeds $150,000. Performance and Payment Bonds will be required upon award.
Eligibility & Submission
This procurement is a 100% SDVOSB set-aside. Offerors must be:
- CVE verified prior to bid submission.
- Registered in SAM.gov with a verified UEI number.
- Verified/visible/certified in SBA's certification site and Vets 4212 compliant at the time of offer submission and before award.
Bids must be submitted electronically to Richard.Adu@va.gov by the deadline. The email subject line must be:
Solicitation 36C78626B0014 National Shrine Project – COMPANY NAME.
Key Dates & Information
- Pre-bid Questions Due: Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST (submit to Richard.Adu@va.gov).
- Organized Site Visit: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST at the front gate of Alton National Cemetery.
- Contact: Richard Adu, Contracting Officer (richard.adu@va.gov).
Attachments
Key attachments include an IFB Cost Estimate Worksheet, VA Notice of Limitations On Subcontracting Certificate, and various exhibits detailing headstone realignment diagrams, setting details, and renovation areas. Multiple forms for daily logs, employee compliance, herbicide application, and quality assurance reports are also provided, indicating detailed reporting requirements.