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Department of Veterans Affairs

Unarmed Security Guard Services at the Los Angeles National Cemetery. -- S206

Solicitation: QSE--36C78626Q50098
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Notice ID: 77cc4dc9b34a4f088ae9a8d6e453dcea
Type • PresolicitationNAICS • 561612PSC • S206Set-Aside • SDVOSBCDepartment • Department of Veterans AffairsState • CAPosted • Feb 15, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCDue • No due date posted

Presolicitation from VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF • VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: CA. Industry: NAICS 561612 • PSC S206.

Department hubState hubNAICS hubPSC hubSet-aside hubSolicitation hub

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 561612 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 56.

Trends →Hub →
12-month awarded value
$389,720,813
Sector total $2,037,827,672 • Share 19.1%
Live
Median
$25,897,341
P10–P90
$25,897,341–$25,897,341
Volatility
Stable0%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
19.1%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+555%($286,531,226)
Deal sizing
$25,897,341 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
NAICS 561612 trendsSector 56 trendsPSC S206Set-asideDepartment
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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Solicitation QSE--36C78626Q50098State CANAICS 561612NAICS trendsSector 56 trendsPSC S206PSC trendsSet-asideSet-aside trendsDepartmentDepartment trends
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Place of performance
Los Angeles National Cemetery (898); Dept Of Veterans Affairs (898), Los Angeles National Cemetery; 950 South Sepulveda Boulevard • Los Angeles, California • 90049 United States
State: CA
Contracting office
Quantico, VA • 22134 USA

Applicable Wage Determinations

SAM WDOL references matched to this opportunity's location and scope language.

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Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
CA20260007 (Rev 3)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 23, 2026California • Alpine, Amador, Butte +21
Rate
Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes the application of all insulating materials, Protective Coverings, Coatings, and Finishes to all types of mechanical systems) Area 1
Base $84.76Fringe $25.07
Rate
Area 2
Base $64.56Fringe $25.07
+247 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 247 more rate previews.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
CA20260007 (Rev 3)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026California • Alpine, Amador, Butte +21
Rate
Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes the application of all insulating materials, Protective Coverings, Coatings, and Finishes to all types of mechanical systems) Area 1
Base $84.76Fringe $25.07
Rate
Area 2
Base $64.56Fringe $25.07
Rate
handler (Includes preparation, wetting, stripping, removal, scrapping, vacuuming, bagging and disposing of all insulation materials from mechanical systems, whether they contain asbestos or not) AREA 1
Base $35.31Fringe $12.75
+246 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
CA20260026 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026California • San Bernardino
Rate
Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes the application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings, and finishes to all types of mechanical systems)
Base $56.32Fringe $26.52
Rate
Fire Stop Technician (Application of Firestopping Materials for wall openings and penetrations in walls, floors, ceilings and curtain walls)
Base $39.94Fringe $20.65
Rate
terial handler (Includes preparation, wetting, stripping, removal, scrapping, vacuuming, bagging and disposing of all insulation materials from mechanical systems, whether they contain asbestos or not)
Base $23.52Fringe $13.37
+129 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
CA20260024 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026California • Orange
Rate
Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes the application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings, and finishes to all types of mechanical systems)
Base $56.32Fringe $26.52
Rate
Fire Stop Technician (Application of Firestopping Materials for wall openings and penetrations in walls, floors, ceilings and curtain walls)
Base $39.94Fringe $20.65
Rate
terial handler (Includes preparation, wetting, stripping, removal, scrapping, vacuuming, bagging and disposing of all insulation materials from mechanical systems, whether they contain asbestos or not)
Base $23.52Fringe $13.37
+127 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
CA20260015 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026California • Ventura
Rate
Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes the application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings, and finishes to all types of mechanical systems)
Base $56.32Fringe $26.52
Rate
Fire Stop Technician (Application of Firestopping Materials for wall openings and penetrations in walls, floors, ceilings and curtain walls)
Base $39.94Fringe $20.65
Rate
terial handler (Includes preparation, wetting, stripping, removal, scrapping, vacuuming, bagging and disposing of all insulation materials from mechanical systems, whether they contain asbestos or not)
Base $23.52Fringe $13.37
+127 more occupation rates in this WD

Point of Contact

Name
Ralph Crum
Email
ralph.crum@va.gov
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Agency
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Subagency
NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786)
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Quantico, VA
22134 USA

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Description

Unarmed Security Guard Services at the Los Angeles National Cemetery. -- S206
Unarmed Security Guard Services at the Los Angeles National Cemetery.
Unarmed Security Guard Services at the Los Angeles National Cemetery.

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Updated: Feb 15, 2026
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Executive summary
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The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for unarmed security guard services at the Los Angeles National Cemetery (S206), highlighting a focus on enhancing security in this significant location. Access to the opportunity is available through SAM.gov with the solicitation number QSE--36C78626Q50098. Given the set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC), this presents a strategic bidding opportunity for qualified firms.

Unarmed SecurityVeterans AffairsLos Angeles National CemeterySecurity Guard ServicesSDVOSBC
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to secure unarmed security guard services to ensure the safety and security at the Los Angeles National Cemetery.

Who should pursue this
  • Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses
  • Companies with prior experience in security services
  • Bidders with familiarity in cemetery operations
Work breakdown
  • Assess site-specific security needs
  • Provide trained unarmed security personnel
  • Implement monitoring procedures
  • Conduct regular security assessments
  • Maintain clear communication with cemetery management
Response package checklist
  • Company qualifications and past performance
  • Security plan detailing personnel and procedures
  • Pricing proposal
  • Evidence of SDVOSBC certification
  • References from similar contracts
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Adherence to VA security protocols
  • Insurance and bonding requirements
  • Background checks for security personnel
Pricing strategy
  • Competitive pricing to reflect the SDVOSBC set-aside
  • Consideration of labor rates in California
  • Options for hourly vs. flat rates
Teaming and subs
  • Partnering opportunities with other SDVOSBCs
  • Subcontracting to firms with specific security experience
  • Collaborative bidding with security training organizations
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential lack of clarity on scope details
  • High competition among SDVOSBCs
  • Changes to security requirements prior to bid submission
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the specific security challenges at the cemetery?
  • Are there any existing contracts that the current service provider holds?
  • What is the expected timeline for implementation following award?
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Response deadline not specified
  • Detailed period of performance not mentioned
  • Specific security requirements unclear
  • No attachment or additional resources available
  • Limited information on selection criteria
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