Combined Synopsis Solicitation - 36C78625Q50335 - Tree Maintenance and Removal at Calverton National Cemetery -- S208
ID: QSE--36C78625Q50335Type: 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 Set Aside (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5bd2214697484e19ba8b3079e441fb5a/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotes for tree maintenance and removal services at Calverton National Cemetery under Solicitation Number 36C78625Q50335. The contractor will be responsible for various tasks, including pruning, deadwood removal, tree removal, and stump grinding, with a requirement for an ISA Certified Arborist to supervise operations and ensure compliance with ANSI A300 and Z133.1 standards. This opportunity is particularly significant as it supports the maintenance of a national cemetery, ensuring a respectful environment for committal services. Quotes are due by August 13, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST, and must be submitted via email in three volumes: Administrative, Technical Qualifications, and Pricing. Interested parties can contact Sarah Poole at sarah.poole1@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sarah Poole
    sarah.poole1@va.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    Amendment 0001.pdf
    This document is an amendment to a solicitation/modification of a contract for tree maintenance services at Calverton National Cemetery, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs. It addresses questions from potential offerors regarding the scope of work, including the provision of a Tree Maintenance Map (Attachment 1) and a revised Statement of Work (Attachment 2) with clarified quantities for pruning and removals. Key clarifications include the sizing of branches for pruning (1/2 inch diameter or larger), the method for identifying trees to be serviced (listed in SOW Paragraph A.2.2 with nearest headstone/location), and safety pruning elevation (maximum 20 feet vertical, 4 feet horizontal clearance). The amendment also details rules for equipment staging, soil protection, acceptable equipment types (standard tree removal equipment, with crane use requiring COR approval), on-site disposal of woodchips, and extended work hours (requiring prior written authorization). Additionally, it provides information on a previous related contract (Purchase Order 36C78623P50213). The document emphasizes adherence to ANSI A300 and Z133.1 standards, the requirement for an ISA Certified Arborist as a site manager, and strict safety and conduct protocols for all personnel.
    Combined Synopsis Solicitation_36C78625Q50335.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting quotes for tree removal and maintenance services at Calverton National Cemetery (Solicitation Number: 36C78625Q50335). This is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. The work includes pruning, deadwood removal, tree removal, and stump grinding across various sections of the cemetery. A Certified Arborist (ISA certified) is required on-site to supervise operations, ensuring adherence to ANSI A300 and Z133.1 standards, and proper conduct, especially around committal services. Quotes are due by August 13, 2025, 4:00 PM EST, and should be submitted via email in three volumes: Administrative, Technical Qualifications (including Certified Arborist proof and resume), and Pricing (Attachment B). A pre-quote site visit is scheduled for August 5, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer, with a performance period of 45 working days post-award. Adherence to strict conduct, safety, and debris removal protocols is mandatory.
    Combined Synopsis Solicitation_36C78625Q50335.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for tree removal and maintenance services at Calverton National Cemetery through Request for Quotation (RFQ) number 36C78625Q50335. The contract involves providing supervision, labor, equipment, and materials to perform tree pruning, removal, and stump grinding over a 722-acre area. Interested service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and adhere to specific qualifications, including the presence of a certified arborist on-site for the duration of the project. The performance period is set for 45 working days post-award. Offerors are required to submit detailed quotes by August 13, 2025, after a mandatory site visit on August 5, 2025, to inspect the work areas. Evaluation of proposals will focus on technical acceptability and pricing, with the lowest price technically acceptable bid receiving priority. The frequency with which workimpact ceremonies around the cemetery is emphasized, highlighting the respectful treatment of the cemetery as a memorial site. The document outlines rigorous safety and operational standards, ensuring compliance with national and local regulations regarding tree maintenance, environmental safety, and insurance. This solicitation underscores the government’s commitment to maintaining the sacred nature of national cemeteries while enabling capable contractors to provide essential services.
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