Y1PZ--894CM3044 Gravesite Expansion at Fort Snelling 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, is soliciting bids for the Gravesite Expansion Project (Project Number 894CM3044) at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside procurement. The project involves developing approximately 2.3 acres of undeveloped land and redeveloping existing Section 38 to accommodate new columbaria and in-ground interments. Bids are due electronically by Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, management, materials, tools, equipment, and services for the expansion. Key deliverables include:
- Construction of a 4,560-niche columbarium with natural stone veneer in Section 19.
- Development of 3,518 in-ground gravesites in Section 38.
- Cemetery improvements such as clearing, grubbing, grading, walkways, plantings, irrigation, site furnishings, and signage.
- Relocation and removal of existing irrigation components, and installation of new flower watering stations.
- Installation of section markers and grid monuments.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: 270 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
- Estimated Cost: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), Size Standard: $45.0 Million.
- Pre-bid Questions Due: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST via email to Richard.Adu@va.gov.
- Site Visit: Scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.
- Bid Due Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. Bidders must be:
- CVE verified prior to bid submission.
- Registered in SAM.gov and verified/certified in SBA sites.
- Represent to the Contracting Officer that they are SDVOSB eligible and a small business under the assigned NAICS code at the time of bid submission and prior to award.
Key Documents & Requirements
- Dignity Standards: Contractors must adhere to strict protocols for respectful conduct, handling of headstones/markers, and protection of remains, requiring employee compliance statements.
- Cost Estimate Worksheet: Bidders must use the provided "IFB Contractor Cost Estimate Worksheet" to structure and submit lump sum cost proposals by division, including overhead, profit, and bonds.
- VAAR 852.219-75 Certificate: Mandatory certification form for compliance with subcontracting limitations. Failure to submit will deem the offer ineligible.
- Bid Drawings (Volumes 1-6): Provide detailed architectural, structural, irrigation, and site plans essential for understanding the scope, materials, and construction methods.
- Geotechnical Report: Offers critical data and recommendations for earthwork, foundations, slabs, and pavements, noting potential issues like hydrocarbon odor and frost considerations.
- Bonds: A Bid Bond is required if the bid exceeds $150,000. Performance and Payment Bonds will be required from the awardee.
- Amendments: Contractors must acknowledge all solicitation amendments.
Contact Information
- Contracting Officer: Richard Adu (richard.adu@va.gov)