36C78626Q50126 Unarmed Security Bakersfield NC -- S206

This solicitation, numbered 36C78626Q50126, is issued by the National Cemetery Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs for unarmed security guard services at Bakersfield National Cemetery in Arvin, California. The procurement is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and falls under NAICS code 561612. The contract covers a base year from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with four optional one-year extensions through June 30, 2030. The contractor must provide all personnel, equipment, uniforms, vehicles, communication tools, and logistical support required to conduct perimeter and grounds patrols, respond to incidents, enforce cemetery rules, and maintain a visible professional presence without exercising law enforcement authority or carrying firearms. The work must adhere to VA Directive 0730 and all applicable federal, state, and local laws, while avoiding interference with government operations. Offerors must submit proposals by June 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST via email to Stacey Lewallen, the Contracting Officer, and the submission must include a completed SF 1449 form with company name, address, phone number, and Unique Entity Identifier, a signed VAAR 852.219-75 subcontracting certification, two or more completed Past Performance Questionnaires, and a fully filled price schedule. Proposals must not alter any solicitation documents, and any unauthorized changes will result in disqualification. Technical evaluation will focus on past performance, technical capability—including a proposed performance work schedule and demonstrated understanding of the Performance Work Statement—and price, with award determined through a best-value tradeoff analysis. All contractors must comply with federal regulations including FAR 52.203-16 on personal conflicts of interest, 52.203-17 on whistleblower rights, and 852.204-70 on personal identity verification. The Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan and other technical exhibits are integral to performance evaluation, and a quality control plan must be submitted within ten days of award. The Contracting Officer’s Representative will oversee technical compliance but has no authority to modify contract terms, and the contractor is required to furnish marked, GPS-equipped vehicles and certified personnel with appropriate licenses and ongoing training.