Z1QA--935-MM23/25-011, FCA Deficiencies Repairs, Omaha National Cemetery
ID: 36C78625B0006Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR PRIVATE) (Z1QA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b24b627d54b1411086c8b7db83b78bc1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for a Firm Fixed Price contract to address various deficiencies at the Omaha National Cemetery, specifically through the FCA Deficiencies Repairs project. The scope of work includes critical repairs such as fixing fire alarm system defects, addressing water damage, and upgrading plumbing and sidewalks, all while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and maintaining the cemetery's dignity. This project is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and requires pre-bid site inspections to assess the necessary work. Bidders must submit their offers via email to the Contracting Officer, Richard Adu, by March 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM CDT, with a completion timeline of 91 days upon receipt of the Notice to Proceed. For further inquiries, interested parties can reach Richard Adu at richard.adu@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Richard AduContracting Officer
    richard.adu@va.gov
    Files
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    36C78625B0006_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to release Solicitation 36C78625B0006 for the project titled "FCA Deficiencies Repairs, Omaha National Cemetery." This pre-solicitation notice is for information only and will not result in bid submissions until the official solicitation is issued around February 3, 2025, with proposals due by March 14, 2025. This opportunity is exclusively reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), per federal laws designed to support veteran enterprises. The project involves repairs related to fire alarms, electrical issues, and other infrastructure concerns at the Omaha National Cemetery. Bidders must affirm their SDVOSB status and register in the Veteran Small Business Certification and System for Award Management (SAM) databases. The anticipated contract will be a Firm Fixed Price agreement, with an estimated value of between $100,000 and $250,000, and a performance period of 91 days post-notice to proceed. A pre-bid conference will be held for interested bidders, and all updated documents will be available via the SAM.gov website. All communication and questions must be directed to the designated Contracting Officer, Claude Humphrey.
    36C78625B0006 0002.docx
    This document is an amendment (0002) to solicitation number 36C78625B0006 managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the FCA Deficiencies Repairs at Omaha National Cemetery. The main purpose of this amendment is to instruct bidders to submit their offers via email to Richard Adu by March 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM CDT. Importantly, the bid opening date and time remain unchanged. No additional changes to the solicitation requirements are included, and all other terms and conditions specified in the original document continue to be in effect. This amendment illustrates the procedural updates within government contracts, ensuring that all potential contractors are informed of the necessary submission protocols while maintaining the integrity of the original solicitation framework.
    Amendment A0001.pdf
    This document serves as Amendment 0001 to Solicitation Number 36C78625B0006 related to the FCA Deficiencies Repairs at Omaha National Cemetery, administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The amendment addresses requests for information (RFIs) submitted by bidders, clarifying project requirements while confirming the bid opening date remains unchanged. Notably, the site visit originally scheduled for February 11, 2025, has been postponed to February 18, 2025, due to weather conditions. One significant change involves the removal of specific tasks regarding the refinishing of monument surfaces, as the amendment clarifies that the original documentation did not accurately specify the number of monuments involved. This highlights an important focus on accuracy and clarity in project specifications. In summary, the amendment fine-tunes previously outlined project details to minimize ambiguity, emphasizing the importance of clear communication between the contracting office and bidders, and ensuring all terms remain unchanged except where explicitly modified.
    IFB 36C78625B0006 Solicitation.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a solicitation for a Firm Fixed Price contract focused on repairing various deficiencies at the Omaha National Cemetery. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) is fully set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), necessitating pre-bid site inspections to assess the work required. The project encompasses critical tasks such as addressing fire alarm system defects, water damage, sidewalk repairs, and plumbing upgrades, all in compliance with local, state, and federal laws. Contractors are required to provide management, supervision, labor, equipment, and materials while adhering to the project's specifications and work order. Bid submission must follow strict guidelines, including registration in certain government databases and providing appropriate bonds. The contractor is responsible for maintaining the cemetery's dignity and ensuring the safety of visitors. The completion timeline for all work is set at 91 days upon receipt of the Notice to Proceed, emphasizing the necessity of high-quality standards and coordination to minimize disruptions to cemetery operations and ceremonies. This project showcases the VA's commitment to maintaining the integrity of national cemeteries while supporting veteran-owned businesses.
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