Grounds Maintenance Beverly National Cemetery -- S208
ID: QSE--36C78624Q50306Type: 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)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs requires grounds maintenance services for the Beverly National Cemetery in New Jersey, honoring the dignity and respect of the cemetery and its occupants.

    The scope of work involves general upkeep, including lawn care, landscaping, and plant care. Key tasks encompass turf management, fertilizing, weed control, pruning, and the cleaning of headstones and markers. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining a large cemetery site, ensuring it remains aesthetically pleasing and honoring the integrity of the historical headstones and monuments. Attention to detail is crucial, with meticulous technical specifications outlined for each task. The contract includes four option years, extending the base contract for continued maintenance and support during special events and ceremonies.

    Prime contractors interested in this service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) set-aside must commit to engaging diverse small businesses as subcontractors. This commitment aims to include a range of business categories, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive approach to the procurement. The past performance of contractors will be evaluated based on their involvement in federal, state, or local government contracts, particularly those associated with the National Cemetery Administration.

    Offerors must submit their quotes and detailed proposals by the specified deadline, including information on their technical approach, management strategies, and past performance. The contract has a guaranteed minimum of $5,000 and an estimated value of up to $5 million over five years.

    For further details, including key dates, evaluation criteria, and other specific requirements, the full request for proposal (RFP) document should be consulted.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Antionette CollinsContracting Officer
    antionette.collins@va.gov
    Files
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    The National Cemetery Administration is seeking grounds maintenance services for Beverly National Cemetery. This solicitation aims to contract comprehensive services for general ground maintenance, including turf management, fertilizing, weed control, and pruning. The scope encompasses four option years, covering Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies. The estimated cost for the base year is outlined, with various tasks priced accordingly. Contractors must acknowledge receipt of the amendment and submit their offers by the specified deadline. Evaluation criteria were not explicitly mentioned.
    The National Cemetery Administration is seeking grounds maintenance services for the Beverly National Cemetery. This procurement aims to secure general grounds maintenance, including turf management, weed control, and fertilization applications, as well as headstone and marker cleaning. The contract, scheduled to run for four years, requires the successful vendor to provide a full-time crew for routine cemetery upkeep, special events, and ceremonies like Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Key tasks involve keeping turf and planting beds well-maintained, along with pruning, tree care, and snow removal during winter months. The agency seeks a responsive and detailed proposal, focusing on the contractor's ability to deliver consistent and high-quality maintenance services. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of the amendment and submit their offers by the extended deadline.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks grounds maintenance services for the Beverly National Cemetery in New Jersey. The goal is to maintain the cemetery's honor and dignity while ensuring the utmost respect for the remains and headstones. Offerors must demonstrate the capability to furnish all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials for comprehensive grounds upkeep. This includes lawn care, landscaping, irrigation system management, and arboricultural services. The contract, with a guaranteed minimum of $5,000, will be awarded to a VIP-listed Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and is estimated at up to $5,000,000 over five years. Quotes are due by 8:00 AM EST on August 1, 2024, with critical technical approach, management, and past performance information required.
    The procurement objective of this government contract is to hire an external party to maintain the grounds of the Beverly National Cemetery, ensuring it remains in pristine condition. This involves general maintenance services, including grass cutting, fertilizing, and weed control applications throughout the cemetery grounds. Markers and headstones will also require regular cleaning. Additionally, the contract encompasses tree care, such as pruning, removal, and stump grinding, along with grooming shrubs and hedges. Two key ceremonies, Memorial Day and Veterans Day, are also mentioned, indicating the need for special arrangements and preparations on those occasions. The contract is divided into four option years, each building upon the base year and continuing the essential maintenance and grooming of the cemetery. The contract's scope involves a comprehensive approach to maintaining the cemetery's aesthetics and dignity, focusing on turf management, plant care, and special event ceremonies, ensuring a respectful and honorable environment for visitors and events. Important dates, unit costs, and other administrative details are not provided in the given information; however, they would likely be outlined in the full RFP document.
    The procurement objective of this RFP is to contract grounds maintenance and related services for the Beverly National Cemetery, ensuring it adheres to the high standards befitting a national shrine honoring veterans. The focus is on comprehensive services, including mowing, debris removal, trimming, pest control, and snow clearance, with specific attention to preserving the dignity and integrity of the cemetery. The statement of work outlines meticulous technical specifications for each task, emphasizing the use of specialized equipment and eco-friendly, licensed pest control methods. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining approximately 60 acres of lawn, 44,000 headstones, and various vegetation, ensuring a healthy, aesthetically pleasing environment. Key tasks include aeration, dethatching, and overseeding of the turf, as well as pruning and removing trees, with strict instructions to avoid damage to the cemetery's historical headstones and monuments. The contractor will also support ceremony preparations and use cemetery facilities, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and respect. Contract details are largely focused on the rigorous performance requirements, with minimal mention of logistics, though it does indicate a potential four-year performance period with one base year and four one-year options. Evaluation criteria are centered on the contractor's ability to meet these detailed technical requirements, demonstrating expertise and a thorough understanding of the cemetery's unique needs. Important dates include the site visit on the Tuesday after the solicitation is posted and the expected contract start date.
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    The government agency seeks to evaluate the contractor's past performance on comparable projects. The emphasis is on federal, state, or local government contracts, especially those involving the National Cemetery Administration (NCA). Contractors must provide details on at least three recent relevant contracts, including NCA contracts, prioritizing them. This information is crucial for the agency to assess the contractor's experience and capability to execute the current contract being considered. The evaluation will focus on the contractor's role, dollar value, award dates, and the type and extent of their involvement. Additionally, the agency seeks a description of the services provided, their relevance, and contact information for a reference. This rigorous evaluation process reflects the agency's commitment to making an informed decision about the contractor's suitability for the current procurement.
    The primary objective of this procurement is to engage multiple small businesses as sub-contractors to fulfill various roles in a larger contract. The focus is on securing committed participation from qualified small businesses. Prime contractors must commit to specific dollar values for subcontracting, broken down by category: Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Woman-Owned Small Business, and so on. The document aims to ensure that a diverse range of businesses are involved, with each contributing a defined percentage of the total contract value. Prime contractors must provide detailed information about their chosen sub-contractors, including their business sizes, categories, and the specific products or services they will deliver. This approach aims to foster inclusivity and diversity in the contracting process.
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