Fort Snelling National Cemetery – National Shrine Project 894-NSP25-002

Solicitation 36C78626B0004 is a sealed bid invitation for a full cemetery section renovation project for the National Cemetery Administration. While the solicitation title references the Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the detailed scope of work and performance location are specified for the Danville National Cemetery in Danville, Illinois. This project is a 100 percent set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and is estimated to be valued between 2 million and 5 million dollars. The work involves professional surveying, the raising, resetting, and realignment of upright and flat headstones, biological cleaning of markers, earthwork, and comprehensive turf renovation with a 30-day establishment period. The contract is a fixed-price agreement with a performance period of 365 days. Key requirements include the submission of a bid guarantee (SF24) for at least 20 percent of the bid price, as well as performance and payment bonds totaling 100 percent of the awarded amount. An on-site superintendent with at least three years of similar experience and English fluency is required. Award will be based on the most advantageous price and price-related factors, provided the bid is not materially unbalanced. The contractor must adhere to strict decorum and safety standards, including OSHA compliance and specific work restrictions during Veterans Day and Memorial Day observances. All invoices must be submitted electronically via the VA's designated portal.