Correct FCA Deficiencies Camp Nelson National Cemetery, KY Project 833-030

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE (Market Research Purposes Only)

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

This is a Sources Sought Notice issued for market research purposes only in accordance with FAR Part 10. This notice is not a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to award a contract or to pay for any information submitted in response.

The Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration (NCA), is seeking to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) capable of performing construction services for a project at Camp Nelson National Cemetery, Kentucky.

2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this project is to provide construction services to correct Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) deficiencies at Camp Nelson National Cemetery.

The scope of work includes, but is not limited to:

• Construction and rehabilitation of cemetery infrastructure
• Improvements to roadways, pavements, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks
• Drainage system repairs and reconstruction (including catch basins)
• Work at the entrance of the cemetery, flagpole area, retention pond, and maintenance yard
• Rehabilitation of historic cemetery elements and support facilities
• Construction of optional elements such as storage buildings and site improvements

All work will be performed in accordance with the plans, specifications, and construction documents provided in the future solicitation.

The anticipated magnitude of construction for this requirement is between:

$5,000,000 and $10,000,000

The anticipated Period of Performance is approximately 360 calendar days from issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP).

3. NAICS CODE AND SIZE STANDARD

• NAICS Code: 237990 – Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction 
• Size Standard: $45.0 Million

4. SOCIOECONOMIC SET-ASIDE

The Government intends to determine whether this requirement can be set aside for:

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB)

Interested firms must be:

• Verified in SBA VetCert (formerly VIP)
• Registered in SAM.gov

5. CONTRACT TYPE AND ACQUISITION STRATEGY

The Government anticipates awarding a:

• Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract
• Using Sealed Bidding Procedures (IFB)
• Award will be made to the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable / Responsible Bidder, as applicable

6. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Interested and capable firms are requested to submit a response that includes the following:

1. Company Information

• Company name
• UEI number
• Business size and socioeconomic status
• SAM.gov registration confirmation

2. Proof of SDVOSB Certification

    Verification in SBA VetCert

3. Statement of Interest

    Indicate intent to submit a bid/proposal if a solicitation is issued

4. Capability Statement (no more than 10 pages preferred)

   Include:

• Relevant experience as Prime Contractor on similar projects
• Projects of similar scope, size ($5M–$10M), and complexity
• Description of self-performed work vs subcontracted work

5. Past Performance

• Minimum of 3 recent and relevant projects
• Include contract number, dollar value, location, and customer contact

6. Key Personnel

• Project Manager
• Superintendent
• Safety Officer
• Include resumes and certifications

7. Bonding Capacity

    Single and aggregate bonding limits

8. Subcontracting Approach

   Identification of key subcontractors and trades (if applicable)

9. Safety and Compliance

• Ability to comply with OSHA requirements
• Confirmation of OSHA-trained personnel (10-hour / 30-hour)
• Identification of a competent person per 29 CFR 1926

7. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Responses shall be submitted via email to:

Contracting Officer: Clarelle Sylvain

Email: Clarelle.sylvain@va.gov

Subject Line: Sources Sought Response – Camp Nelson National Cemetery Project

Response Due Date: April 29th, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST

8. DISCLAIMER

This Sources Sought Notice is for planning and market research purposes only. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Quote (RFQ).

The Government will not reimburse any costs associated with responding to this notice. Any information received may be used to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy.