Sources Sought Notice - Morovis National Cemetery, Phase 1B

The Morovis National Cemetery – Phase 1B project involves extensive construction and site improvements as outlined in the 95% Construction Documents (CD-1). The project, under VA Contract Number 36C10F24N0041, focuses on general construction including pond liner removal and replacement, perimeter fencing for ponds and the site, landscaping, and irrigation. Key aspects of the project include detailed specifications for general requirements, site surveys, demolition, cast-in-place concrete, earthwork, exterior improvements like paving and fencing, and storm sewer utilities. The document also provides a comprehensive list of drawing sheets covering general, phasing, civil, landscape architecture, and irrigation plans. Strict general requirements are detailed, encompassing construction security, fire safety, site operations, alterations, waste disposal, protection of existing features, and utility management. The contractor is responsible for site preparation, labor, materials, equipment, and compliance with all VA and OSHA safety regulations. Professional surveying services and the provision of a field office for the Resident Engineer/Contracting Officer's Representative (RE/COR) are also mandatory.

The Morovis National Cemetery Phase 1B project in Morovis, Puerto Rico, focuses on developing and enhancing the cemetery's infrastructure. This multi-phase project, managed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Construction and Facilities Management, includes extensive civil works, landscape architecture, and irrigation systems. Key aspects involve the development of multiple retention ponds with associated fencing, perimeter fencing across various areas, and detailed grading plans. The project also outlines the setup and specifications for a temporary Resident Engineer Office (REO) trailer and a contractor laydown yard, detailing power, water, and sanitary requirements, as well as accessibility standards for decks, ramps, and stairs. The comprehensive plans cover existing conditions, demolition, site grading, and landscaping, emphasizing compliance with relevant building codes and accessibility acts.

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The Morovis National Cemetery - Phase 1B project in Morovis, Puerto Rico (Project Number 971-031B), is a multi-phase construction initiative focused on civil infrastructure and site improvements. The project, approved by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, includes detailed plans for traffic control, bio-retention pond construction (Pond 8), and an irrigation retention pond. Key aspects involve strict adherence to grading, erosion, and sediment controls (GESC), maintaining open asphalt roads for public and cemetery staff, and ensuring at least two committal shelters remain operational. Temporary construction fencing and staging areas are designated, with an emphasis on minimizing disruption to cemetery operations and visitors. The contractor is responsible for verifying field dimensions, coordinating all activities with the Resident Engineer/Contracting Officer's Representative (RE/COR) and Cemetery Director, and providing temporary signage for public safety. All work must comply with MUTCD standards and local Puerto Rico traffic regulations, and temporary construction areas must be restored to their original state upon completion.

The Morovis National Cemetery – Phase 1B project in Morovis, Puerto Rico, involves significant demolition and new construction work on the committal shelters, overseen by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Construction and Facilities Management. The project includes removing existing pavers for reuse, demolishing double doors, pouring new concrete topping to achieve proper slope, and reinstalling pavers with a manufactured sand base and beach sand joints. New 6'-0" wide, 1 3/4" galvanized steel double doors and frames, painted to match existing Pantone color 10358C, will be installed, along with new granite saddle door transitions. The project also mandates strict site management protocols, including erosion and sediment controls, maintaining clear asphalt roads, ensuring at least two committal shelters remain operational, strategic placement of construction fencing, immediate repair of any demolition damage, and prompt notification to the COR/Resident Engineer for any perimeter fencing modifications or temporary road closures. Final inspections are required at the end of each phase before proceeding to the next. The project is managed by Cheri L. Cooper and Joshua Gibson, with AES Group, Inc. as the architect/engineer of record, and has an issue date of March 2026.

This government file details the Retention Pond Fencing - Overall Site Plan for the Morovis National Cemetery - Phase 1B project in Morovis, Puerto Rico. The project, managed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Construction and Facilities Management, involves the installation of fencing around eight bio-retention ponds, a temporary pond, and an irrigation pond. Key instructions include obtaining all necessary permits from Puerto Rico and Morovis municipality, adhering to construction limits, implementing grading, erosion, and sediment controls, and ensuring asphalt roads remain clear. Pond fencing is to be installed 1 meter from the top of the bank unless otherwise specified, with specific fencing details found on sheets CS501 and CS502. The document also includes notes for individual ponds, such as demolishing existing temporary fences at Retention Pond 5 and providing an escape ladder at Retention Pond 8. Guard rails are also indicated, with their exact location requiring contractor verification.

The Morovis National Cemetery – Phase 1B project in Morovis, Puerto Rico, involves the construction of new perimeter fencing across multiple areas (A-O). The project, managed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Construction and Facilities Management, includes detailed plans for barbed wire and chain-link fencing. Survey notes provide precise geographical coordinates and elevation data, highlighting discrepancies between 2018 and 2024 surveys, with 2024 elevations being more accurate. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits from Puerto Rico and Morovis Municipality. Strict guidelines apply to construction limits, erosion control, and public access. Barbed wire and poles will be provided by the VA, while other fencing materials are the contractor's responsibility. The survey corridor for the fence is approximately 16 meters wide, with some areas excluded due to water.

The Morovis National Cemetery – Phase 1B project in Morovis, Puerto Rico, focuses on comprehensive site development, including perimeter fencing, bio-retention pond construction, and improvements to the POW/MIA flag area and drainage systems. Key aspects include installing new perimeter fencing in Areas M, N, and O, with specific instructions to tie into existing fences and note termination points near waterways. The project also details the demolition and reconstruction of bio-retention ponds, outlining sequences for removing existing liners and installing new multi-layered systems with geomembranes, geotextiles, sand, and Geoweb slope protection. Additionally, plans include the relocation of a temporary committal shelter, requiring careful dismantling, transport, and re-grading of the original site, along with the installation of a new 32-meter French drain connected to a catch basin, avoiding burial areas. The project emphasizes adherence to environmental controls, utility verification, and coordination with cemetery staff to ensure safety and minimize disruption.

This government file details the landscape plans for the Morovis National Cemetery – Phase 1B project in Morovis, Puerto Rico, specifically focusing on the design and implementation of eight bio-retention ponds (Ponds 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, with Pond 8 having a continuation sheet). The plans outline the use of 50mm-75mm [2"-3"] round stone cobble mulch, chain-link fences, and existing concrete structures. Each pond's landscape features existing trees to remain, storm drains, concrete channels, sidewalks, and irrigation lines. The document also includes a plant schedule specifying ornamental trees (Geiger Tree, Pink Trumpet Tree), shrubs (Stiff Bottlebrush, Cocoplum, Red Tip Cocoplum, Green Island Dwarf Ficus, Red Ixora, Dwarf Ixora), and perennials (Variegated Shell Ginger, Variegated Flax Lily, Caribbean Heliconia, Big Blue Lilyturf, Pink Mulhy Grass). Detailed planting instructions for trees, shrubs, and perennials are provided, along with specifications for round stone cobble mulch and slope protection layering systems using Geoweb. An irrigation cover sheet and a general irrigation plan are also included, detailing various Hunter and Rain Bird sprinkler nozzles and their specifications.

This government file details the irrigation plans and specific component assemblies for the Morovis National Cemetery - Phase 1B project in Morovis, Puerto Rico. The document includes several irrigation plan sheets (IR108, IR109, IR110) which likely depict the layout of irrigation systems, including bio-retention ponds (Ponds 2, 5, and 6) and various pipe dimensions and sprinkler placements. Additionally, dedicated sheets (IR501, IR502, IR503, IR504) provide detailed assemblies for critical irrigation components such as isolation gate valves, air/vacuum relief valves, quick coupling valves, remote control valves, palm tree bubblers, pop-up spray sprinklers, pop-up rotors, soil moisture sensors, flower water stations, and sprinkler placement details. It also covers trenching details, controller grounding, weather station, and central control assemblies. The project is managed by Cheri L. Cooper and Joshua Gibson, with AES Group, Inc. as the architect/engineer of record, and has an issue date of March 2026.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for market research to identify qualified contractors for the Morovis National Cemetery Phase 1B project in Morovis, Puerto Rico. This project is the second part of a larger 247.5-acre development, aiming to complete new cemetery infrastructure. Key elements include as-built surveys, landscaping, irrigation system completion, stormwater pond liner replacement with concrete bottoms and gas venting, pond and perimeter fencing, French drain development, committal shelter paver reinstallation, and relocation of a temporary committal shelter. An optional POW/MIA Flag Assembly is also part of the scope. The construction duration is estimated at two years, divided into three phases. Interested firms must submit a Contractor Capability Statement package by June 10, 2026, including company information, business size, bonding capacity for projects between $10-$20 Million, corporate experience with projects valued at $15M or greater, and detailed experience in areas such as pond liner systems, site utilities, paving, landscaping, irrigation, and managing phased construction in operational facilities. Firms must also provide a list of current projects. This notice is solely for market research; no award will be made from this SSN.