36C78626Q50143 -- S208

The Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration, is seeking a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) to provide comprehensive tree maintenance services at Alexandria National Cemetery in Pineville, Louisiana, under a firm, fixed-price contract. The scope encompasses pruning, removal of large trees exceeding 40 feet in height and 24 inches in diameter at breast height, stump removal, debris cleanup, and topsoil fill, with detailed requirements outlined in Attachment A (Tree Worksheet), Attachment B (CLIN Sheet), and Attachment C (Site Plan). The contract requires the appointment of a Certified Arborist as the on-site manager and mandates strict adherence to ANSI A300 and ISA Best Management Practices for all pruning and trimming activities. All work must be scheduled and coordinated with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), with any operations outside normal business hours requiring prior written approval, and the contractor is responsible for ensuring safety measures for pedestrians and vehicles, proper equipment maintenance, and compliance with OSHA standards. The contract is structured with two CLINs—CLIN 0001 for one large tree routine pruning and CLIN 0002 for the removal of three large trees—both covering the same performance period from July 1, 2026, to August 31, 2026. The solicitation explicitly states the government intends to award without discussions, meaning offerors must submit their best terms initially, and failure to provide the mandatory formal certification on limitations on subcontracting will result in immediate disqualification. Offerors must be registered in SAM, hold current arborist certification, possess proper vehicular insurance and registration, maintain workers’ compensation and property liability insurance, and comply with all dress and conduct standards, including professional attire and uniform consistency. The contractor must notify cemetery staff or utility companies before any work that may interfere with underground or above-ground lines and must remediate at no additional cost any damage caused during performance. Proposals are due by June 5, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. local time and must include all required representations, certifications, UEI, and a statement of agreement with all terms. Payment will follow electronic submission procedures as outlined in clause 852.232-72, and inspections will be conducted jointly by the COR and the contractor’s site manager to verify compliance before acceptance.