Turf fertilizers and chemicals for Cape Canaveral National Cemetery -- S208
ID: QSE--36C78625Q50107Type: Presolicitation
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786)QUANTICO, VA, 22134, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the National Cemetery Administration, is seeking to procure turf fertilizers and chemicals for the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in Mims, Florida. The contract will be awarded on a sole source basis to Green Wave Supply and Logistics, Inc., a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), to ensure the maintenance of the cemetery's turf through the provision of necessary fertilizers and flexible chemical solutions tailored to turf conditions. This procurement is vital for maintaining the cemetery's aesthetics and operational integrity, adhering to federal regulations, and ensuring minimal disruption to cemetery activities. Interested parties must submit a capability statement by January 22, 2025, at 12:00 pm ET to Contracting Officer Marshand Boone at marshand.boone@va.gov, with the NAICS code for this opportunity being 561730 and a business size standard of $9.5 million.

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    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines requirements for the provision of fertilizers and chemicals at the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery. The contractor must deliver all necessary goods, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Fertilizers should utilize Polyon as a slow-release mechanism, with guaranteed product composition, while flexible chemical solutions may be needed based on turf conditions. Deliveries are to be coordinated with cemetery operations, occurring Monday through Friday during specified hours. The contractor is held accountable for avoiding damages during service without disrupting cemetery activities. Professional conduct and compliance with safety regulations are mandatory, alongside maintaining a clean work environment. All staff must adhere to a defined dress code. This SOW demonstrates the commitment to maintaining the cemetery's aesthetics and operational integrity while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
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