3630--Intent to Sole Source Black Hills National Cemetery Supply and Installation Concrete Grave Liners
ID: 36C78625Q0016Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786)QUANTICO, VA, 22134, USA

NAICS

Other Concrete Product Manufacturing (327390)

PSC

CLAY AND CONCRETE PRODUCTS INDUSTRIES MACHINERY (3630)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9ade24e95ba445019eaabe45ccf2f59b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Special Notice regarding its intent to execute a Sole Source Award for the supply and installation of concrete grave liners at the Black Hills National Cemetery (BHNC) in Sturgis, SD. This procurement, valued at $211,000, will follow FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures, as the selected contractor is the sole provider for servicing the warrantied irrigation system at BHNC. The contract is scheduled for award on March 15, 2025, with performance extending through March 14, 2026, and includes four additional one-year option periods. Interested parties may direct inquiries to April Graves via email by February 25, 2025, to discuss the potential for competition in this procurement process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    April GravesApril Graves
    (602) 795-4475
    April.Graves@va.gov
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    36C78625Q0016_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Special Notice regarding the intent to execute a Sole Source Award for the supply and installation of concrete grave liners at the Black Hills National Cemetery (BHNC) in Sturgis, SD. This procurement will follow FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures, indicating that the selected contractor is the sole provider for servicing the warrantied irrigation system at BHNC. The contract, valued at $211,000, is scheduled for award on March 15, 2025, with performance from that date through March 14, 2026, followed by four additional one-year option periods. The solicitation is not a formal request for competitive proposals; instead, responses must demonstrate that competition would be beneficial to the government. Inquiries can be directed to the designated contact, April Graves, via email by February 25, 2025. This notice aims to inform interested parties while allowing the agency discretion in determining whether to pursue a competitive procurement process.
    36C78625Q0016.docx
    The Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs seeks information on qualified businesses that can provide concrete grave liners for the Black Hills National Cemetery. This market research aims to gauge interest from Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses and Veteran Owned Small Businesses capable of fulfilling the project. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit details about their company, including qualifications, capabilities, and any relevant contract vehicles they hold. The scope of work involves the provision and installation of concrete grave liners that meet specified standards, ensuring durability against environmental conditions. The contract will require a comprehensive approach to quality control and assurance, with specific guidelines on inspection, materials, and performance testing. The contractor will also be responsible for adhering to cemetery operational procedures and maintaining decorum, given the sensitivity of the environment. The project duration is expected to be 364 days from the contract award. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to honoring veterans and ensuring proper burial practices while providing opportunities for qualified service-connected businesses in federal contracting.
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