Tree Maintenance Services at Fort Lyon National Cemetery
ID: 36C78625Q50195Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5d5ffd7e5f0b4526bcd880118317ae3c/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 1, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 15, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 18, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the National Cemetery Administration, is seeking qualified contractors to provide tree maintenance services at Fort Lyon National Cemetery in Las Animas, Colorado. The procurement includes a range of services such as tree and stump removal, pruning, trimming, cabling, cavity repair, and root pruning, all of which must be supervised by a Certified Arborist to ensure compliance with safety and aesthetic standards. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to maintaining the cemetery's grounds, ensuring a respectful environment for visitors. Interested Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) must submit their bids by April 18, 2025, at 4 PM EST, and can direct inquiries to David Hester at David.Hester@va.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
David Hester
David.Hester@va.gov
Files
Title
Posted
36C78625Q50195 0001.pdf
Apr 15, 2025, 3:07 PM UTC
A site visit for the solicitation will occur on April 11, 2025, at 11 AM, meeting at the Cemetery Restrooms, as indicated in the original solicitation document. Vendors are required to submit questions by 8 AM EST on April 14, 2025, and responses will be provided through a solicitation amendment by April 16, 2025. It is important to note that questions submitted after the deadline will not be addressed. Additionally, the submission deadline for the solicitation has been extended to April 18, 2025, at 4 PM EST. This document outlines key logistical details for the solicitation process, ensuring vendors are informed about important dates and requirements to facilitate their participation. It reflects standard practices in government RFPs by clearly setting expectations for site visits, question submissions, and deadlines.
36C78625Q50195 0002.pdf
Apr 15, 2025, 3:07 PM UTC
The document serves as an amendment to a solicitation for a contract issued by the National Cemetery Administration (NCA) of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Amendment number 0002 extends the deadline for submitting offers, originally scheduled for 4/01/2025, allowing potential contractors to acknowledge this change prior to the new deadline. The amendment clarifies that optional Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) may be exercised by 9/30/2025, while non-optional CLINs will be incorporated into the base contract. All remaining terms and conditions from the original solicitation continue to apply. The purpose of this amendment reflects the government's ongoing procurement processes, aimed at ensuring compliance while accommodating potential changes from bidders. All communications regarding offer modifications must reference this solicitation amendment to maintain the integrity of the bidding process.
Combined Synopsis Solicitation 36C78625Q50195.pdf
Apr 15, 2025, 3:07 PM UTC
The document is a solicitation for tree maintenance services at Fort Lyon National Cemetery, issued by the National Cemetery Administration under the Request for Quote (RFQ) solicitation number 36C78625Q50195. It is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), with a focus on providing comprehensive tree care, including pruning, trimming, cabling, and stump removal. The work will take place at the cemetery located in Las Animas, Colorado. Potential contractors are required to conduct site visits to understand local conditions affecting contract performance. A Certified Arborist must supervise the work, ensuring adherence to safety and aesthetic standards. Bids are due by April 15, 2025, with evaluation factors including technical approach, past performance, and price. The government reserves the right to award contracts based on the lowest price deemed technically acceptable. This procurement underscores the government's commitment to maintaining the cemetery's grounds, ensuring safety while being respectful to visitors. Key documents and compliance requirements related to contractor conduct and safety measures are also detailed, emphasizing the importance of professionalism in the cemetery setting.
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