NAICS 237990 PSC Y1PZ--CONS: 909CM3030 Fort Custer NC - Cemetery Expansion and Site Improvements (VA-26-00046764)
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Solicitation number 36C78626B0005 is an Invitation for Bid issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration for project number 909CM3030, titled Cemetery Expansion and Site Improvements at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, Michigan. This SDVOSB set-aside project is being procured via sealed bidding and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The base bid consists of general construction to develop a 3,360-niche columbarium, 3,712 pre-placed crypt burial sites, and 6,821 in-ground cremains interment sections. Additionally, the government has included three additive option bid items: replacing maintenance yard asphalt with concrete, performing renovations to the Administration and PIC/Restroom buildings including a new storage building, and implementing irrigation improvements with a permanent power source for Committal Shelter A. The anticipated period of performance is 540 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. Key contractor requirements include performing work during normal business hours, maintaining strict safety and erosion controls, and providing daily progress summaries with at least ten electronic photos to the COR. The contract incorporates FAR Clause 52.211-11, establishing liquidated damages at 1,375 dollars per calendar day of delay. Bidders must be active in SAM and hold required VA CVE verification. Following several amendments to address RFI answers, updated drawings, and wage determinations MI20260061 and MI20260007, the final bid submission deadline is October 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT.
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MI, 49012, USASet-Aside
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10/1/2026
This amendment is to incorporate wage determinations MI20260061 and MI2026008 and to extend the bid due dat/time to 10/6/2026 at 10AM CT.
9/29/2026
This amendment is to provide additional RFI Answers and documents.
9/25/2026
This amendment is to provide additional RFI Answers and documents.
9/24/2026
This amendment to solicitation number 36C78626B0005 for project number 909CM3030 Cemetery Expansion and Site Improvements at Fort Custer National Cemetery is to extend the bid due date/time to 10/2/2026 at 10:00AM (CT).
9/18/2026
This amendment to solicitation number 36C78626B0005 for project number 909CM3030 Cemetery Expansion and Site Improvements at Fort Custer National Cemetery is to:
A. Extend the bid due date and time to September 25, 2026 at 10:00AM (CT).
B. Provide answers to the RFI questions
C. Incorporate the attached updated Drawings
D. Incorporate the attached updated specifications
E. Incorporate FAR Clause 52.211-11 Liquidated Damages-Supplies, Services, or Research and Development
9/16/2026
This amendment to solicitation number 36C78626B0005 for project number 909CM3030 Cemetery Expansion and Site Improvements at Fort Custer National Cemetery is to extend the bid due date/time to 9/21/2026 at 10:00AM (CT).
9/2/2026
This amendment to solicitation number 36C78626B0005 for project number 909CM3030 Cemetery Expansion and Site Improvements at Fort Custer National Cemetery is to provide clarification of site visit time and date.
Project Title: Fort Custer National Cemetery – Cemetery Expansion & Site Improvements
Project Number: 909CM3030
Procurement Method: Invitation for Bid (IFB) – Sealed Bidding
Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Cemetery (NCA)
Place of Performance: Fort Custer National Cemetery, 15501 Dickman Rd, Augusta, Michigan49012
1. Project Overview (Summary of Bid Items)
The contemplated contract will include the following work as shown in the construction documents (Drawings & Specifications Volumes 1–3):
CLIN 0001 – Base Bid, General Construction (Cemetery Expansion):
Construct a 3,360-niche columbarium.
Develop gravesite sections for 3,712 pre-placed crypt burials.
Develop gravesite sections for 6,821 in-ground cremains interments.
CLIN 0002 – Option Bid Item 1 (Maintenance Yard Pavement):
Replace asphalt pavement with concrete in the maintenance yard per Bid Alternate in Volume
CLIN 0003 – Option Bid Item 2 (Site Improvements):
Renovations at the Administration Building and PIC/Restroom building.
Construct one new Storage Building in the maintenance area.
Provide swing space as depicted in the plans for Alternate “B”.
CLIN 0004 – Option Bid Item 3 (Irrigation Expansion):
Irrigation improvements at the existing cemetery.
Provide a permanent power source to Committal Shelter A.
2. Period of Performance
Anticipated completion is 540 calendar days (18 months) from issuance of the Notice to Proceed.
3. Contractor Responsibilities (Highlights)
Perform all work during normal business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding Federal Holidays).
Establish construction limits, safety controls, and fencing; coordinate parking, laydown, and temporary facilities with the Cemetery Director.
Conduct site survey and utility locating; provide erosion/sediment control and maintain site drainage.
Execute site clearing, grading, landscaping (turf and seed), and final restoration; protect existing improvements and vegetation.
Provide daily progress summaries and at least 10 electronic photos documenting progress to the COR.
Submit required shop drawings, submittals, test reports, and as-built documents; furnish O&M manuals (as applicable).
Warranty materials and workmanship for at least one year from final acceptance. Obtain all necessary permits (including environmental) and dispose of waste off-site in accordance with law.
4. Anticipated Key Dates
- Details and registration instructions are provided in the IFB.
5. Bid Bonds / Payment & Performance Bonds
Requirements are specified in the IFB (anticipated standard construction bond requirements).
6. Access to Solicitation
The official IFB, drawings, specifications, and any amendments will be posted exclusively on SAM.gov. Interested vendors must monitor SAM.gov for updates. Telephone requests will not be honored.
7. Eligibility & Registration
Prospective bidders must be registered and active in SAM (www.SAM.gov). If a socioeconomic set-aside (e.g., SDVOSB) is used, firms must hold required VA CVE verification at time of bid and award.
8. Questions
All pre-bid inquiries must be submitted in writing via the method provided in the IFB by the stated Q&A deadline. Do not contact the cemetery directly.
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