Lithochrome and Specialty Material Supply

The contract requires the supply of lithochrome, a stone coloring agent, along with other specialty materials that meet Veterans Affairs standards, specifically ensuring that shade levels do not exceed N4 for use in inscription work at Ft. Jackson National Cemetery in Columbia, South Carolina. All materials must comply with strict quality and color consistency requirements to ensure uniformity and durability in veteran headstone and memorial inscriptions. The procurement is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, designated by the SBA, meaning only qualified small businesses are eligible to bid. The North American Industry Classification System code 424950 identifies the category as Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers, reflecting the nature of the materials being supplied. The solicitation was posted on June 24, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses set for July 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. The contracting entity is the National Cemetery Administration under the Department of Veterans Affairs, which oversees the maintenance and dignified presentation of national cemeteries. The place of performance is clearly identified as Columbia, South Carolina, with a ZIP code of 29229, confirming the location of the cemetery where the materials will be applied. While no point of contact is listed in the provided details, interested small businesses must ensure full compliance with VA specifications and submit proposals prior to the deadline to be considered for award.