Project Information

Bid Title

Y1PZ--CONS: 909CM3030 Fort Custer NC - Cemetery Expansion and Site Improvements (VA-26-00046764)

Issuing Agency

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF

Location

N/A

Published Date

Mar 9, 2026

Closing Date

Mar 23, 2026

Government Level

Federal

Status

Closed

Ref. #

36C78626B0005

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Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)

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Notice ID

36C78626B0005

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Department/Ind. Agency

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF

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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF

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NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786)

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General Information

• Contract Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Original)
• Original Published Date: Mar 09, 2026 08:47 am CDT
• Original Response Date: Mar 23, 2026 10:00 am CDT
• Inactive Policy: Manual
• Original Inactive Date: May 22, 2026
• Initiative:
  • None

Classification

• Original Set Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
• Product Service Code: Y1PZ - CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES
• NAICS Code:
  • 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
• Place of Performance:
  Fort Custer National Cemetery 15501 Dickman Rd Augusta , 49012
  USA

Description

PRE SOLICITATION NOTICE
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, Michigan 49012

1. Action
This is a Pre Solicitation Notice only. No solicitation is currently available. The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to issue an IFB for construction services to expand gravesite capacity and complete site improvements at Fort Custer National Cemetery (Project No. 909CM3030). The procurement will be conducted using FAR Part 14, Sealed Bidding.
2. 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 1.
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.
3. Period of Performance
Anticipated completion is 540 calendar days (18 months) from issuance of the Notice to Proceed.
4. 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.
5. Anticipated Key Dates
IFB Posting to SAM.gov: On or about April 1, 2026.
Site Visit / Pre Bid Conference: A mandatory site meeting will be held prior to bid submission to review the scope, walk project locations, and clarify requirements. Date/Time/Location: TBD - Details and registration instructions will be provided in the IFB.
Bid Due Date/Time: On or about 30 calendar days after IFB issuance.
6. Bid Bonds / Payment & Performance Bonds
Requirements will be specified in the IFB (anticipated standard construction bond requirements).
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. Disclaimer
This notice does not constitute a request for bids, a commitment, or an obligation by the Government. The Government reserves the right to cancel this notice at any time and is not responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice.

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Contact Information

Contracting Office Address

• CENTRALIZED CONTRACTING DIVISION 5105 RUSSELL ROAD
• QUANTICO , VA 22134
• USA

Primary Point of Contact

• Shane Hilts
• shane.hilts@va.gov
• Phone Number 402-714-8099

Secondary Point of Contact

History

• Mar 09, 2026 08:47 am CDTPresolicitation (Original)

Commodity Codes

• FSC YConstruction of Structures and Facilities

• NAICS 236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

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