Bulk Sand and Gravel for Willamette National Cemetery -- 5610
ID: QSE--36C78624Q50320Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Construction Sand and Gravel Mining (212321)

PSC

MINERAL CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, BULK (5610)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3b4dc433fb4b45ae8f95c92e8759e029/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks quotes for a firm-fixed price contract to supply the Willamette National Cemetery with construction materials, primarily round river rock measuring 1.5" to 4" in size. The procurement, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside, aims to ensure a steady supply for cemetery operations over five years.

    The solicitation specifies bulk quantities of rock and sand, requiring precise delivery to different cemetery locations. Offerors must adhere to numerous clauses and provide competitive pricing. This procurement seeks to award a contract with a potential value of up to $500,000.

    The purchase of these construction materials is essential to maintain the operations of national cemeteries, honoring the nation's veterans with timely and efficient supply deliveries. Offerors are expected to compete based on their ability to meet the specified quantities and delivery requirements.

    Interested parties should review the solicitation documents, with key deadlines including question submission by August 6th, 2024, and quote submission by 2:00 PM EST on August 13th, 2024. Contact David Boyd at David.Boyd7@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    David Boyd
    david.boyd7@va.gov
    Files
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    36C78624Q50320 Questions and Answers.pdf
    The government is seeking to procure a specific size range of round river rock, defined as Unit "CD" or Cubic Yard. Industry questions have clarified that the due date for responses to the solicitation is August 13th, 2024, and the required rock size falls within 1.5 to 4 inches. There is no incumbent contractor, and the previous procurement was done via a government credit card. The document provides concise answers to these industry queries, focusing on the specifics of the rock size requirement.
    Draft Sand and Gravel Statement of Need.pdf
    Information and Evaluation Criteria - 36C78624Q50320.pdf
    The Willamette National Cemetery is seeking to award a firm-fixed price contract for supplies, prioritizing service-disabled Veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). The primary goal is to obtain various supplies, which will be evaluated based on factors like price, delivery capabilities, and past performance. Businesses interested in quoting must follow specified instructions and deadlines, with evaluations conducted using simplified acquisition procedures. The contract, if awarded, would have a base period of one year, followed by four optional years. This procurement seeks to ensure the timely supply of needed goods to the cemetery over an extended period.
    QSE 36C78624Q50320.pdf
    The National Cemetery Administration is seeking to procure a large quantity of round river rock measuring between 1.5" and 4" in size. This is evident from the amendment to the solicitation, which focuses on updating the size requirements and extending the offer submission deadline. The supplies are divided into five separate lots, each with a unit price, covering a period of performance from August 2024 to August 2029. Prospective vendors must acknowledge the receipt of this amendment and are allowed to change their previously submitted offers based on the new requirements. The government agency emphasizes the importance of timely submission and provides a clear description of the required mineral construction materials.
    Solicitation.pdf
    The government seeks to procure a bulk supply of mineral construction materials for the Willamette National Cemetery over a four-year period. This includes various grades of crushed stone, round river rock, and washed coarse sand, with precise quantity estimates provided. The materials are required for cemetery operations and must be delivered to different locations within the cemetery as specified by the contracting officer. Key dates include an offer due date of August 1, 2024, with a desired period of performance from August 20, 2024, to August 19, 2029. The contract is expected to have a minimum value of $10,000 and a maximum value of $500,000. Offerors must comply with numerous clauses and provisions, including those related to subcontracting limitations, sustainable products, and veteran-owned small business requirements. The evaluation of offers will likely focus on the ability to meet the stated quantities and delivery requirements, with compliance with the requisite clauses also being a consideration.
    SolicitationAmendment0001.pdf
    The National Cemetery Administration is seeking to procure a substantial quantity of round river rock measuring between 1.5" and 4" in size. This is evidenced by the four identical entries in the document for the supply of said rocks, each covering a one-year period, with an annual quantity of 100 units requested. The rock is categorized as a mineral construction material and has a five-year period of performance, starting on August 20th, 2024. The document also includes a table of contents and a section titled 'Continuation Sheet,' which provides further details on the procurement's requirements and pricing options. Notably, this amendment aims to update the size requirements for the rocks and answers questions from potential suppliers. Offerors must acknowledge the receipt of this amendment by the specified closing date and time, which is 2 p.m. Eastern Time on August 13th, 2024.
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