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Benicia Arsenal Post Cemetery Grounds Maintenance Services, Benicia, CA -- S208

Solicitation: QSE--36C78626Q50046
Notice ID: 491acec379874885bca741b95878e961

Presolicitation from VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF • VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: CA. Industry: NAICS 561730 • PSC S208.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 561730 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 56.

12-month awarded value
$35,796,700
Sector total $924,525,187 • Share 3.9%
Live
Median
$124,700
P10–P90
$38,125$894,120
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
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3.9%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+11326%($35,175,556)
Deal sizing
$124,700 median
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Place of performance
Benicia Arsenal Post Cemetery; Birch Road, 0 • Benicia, California • 94510 United States
State: CA
Contracting office
Quantico, VA • 22134 USA

Point of Contact

Name
Roberto Escobedo
Email
Roberto.Escobedo@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

Benicia Arsenal Post Cemetery Grounds Maintenance Services, Benicia, CA -- S208 This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice with the Intent of synopsizing a proposed contract action prior to issuance of the solicitation. Specific instructions on submitting your offeror will be contained in the solicitation documents to be issued on or about January 12, 2026, posted to SAM.gov website. No documents will be available until the solicitation is issued. The National Cemetery Administration (NCA), Veterans Affairs has a requirement for grounds maintenance at Benicia Arsenal Post Cemetery. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, supervision, and other items and services necessary to ensure that ground maintenance services are performed at the Cemetery in a manner that shall maintain proper decorum and respect. Service requirements include: Headstone Services Turf and Grasses Maintenance Tree, Shrub, Planting, and Bed Maintenance Irrigation System Services Drainage System Maintenance Trash & Debris Removal Pavement Sweeping and Cleaning Portable Latrine Services Flag Raising/Lowering Structure Cleaning and Light Maintenance Ceremonies Assistance This requirement is restricted as a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business Set-Aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code assigned to this project is 561730 - Landscaping Services and the Small Business Size Standard is $9.5 Million. This acquisition will be procured in accordance with FAR Part 12 Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services. The Government contemplates award of one firm fixed price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), task order contract with a base year and four 4 option periods. The solicitation and any amendments to the solicitation will be available only through Contract Opportunities at www.SAM.gov. All quotes, and other documents required for the quote submittal, including amendments to the request for quotes, shall be submitted electronically. All dates in this announcement are estimated and are subject to change. No other information will be available before the solicitation is posted. Registrations: In order to be awarded a contract an offeror must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM), http://www.sam.gov and have completed their Online Representations and Certifications.

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Updated: Feb 14, 2026
Executive summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking grounds maintenance services for the Benicia Arsenal Post Cemetery under solicitation number QSE--36C78626Q50046. This opportunity is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The contract will be for a firm fixed price IDIQ with a base year and four option periods, to be awarded in accordance with FAR Part 12.

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer intends to secure a contractor to deliver comprehensive grounds maintenance services that uphold the dignity and decorum of the Benicia Arsenal Post Cemetery.

Work breakdown
  • Headstone Services
  • Turf and Grasses Maintenance
  • Tree, Shrub, Planting, and Bed Maintenance
  • Irrigation System Services
  • Drainage System Maintenance
  • Trash & Debris Removal
  • Pavement Sweeping and Cleaning
  • Portable Latrine Services
  • Flag Raising/Lowering
  • Structure Cleaning and Light Maintenance
Response package checklist
  • Company's SAM registration confirmation
  • Proof of SDVOSB certification
  • Relevant experience documentation in cemetery or grounds maintenance
  • Proposed pricing structure for services
  • Completed Online Representations and Certifications
Suggested keywords
grounds maintenancecemetery maintenanceService-Disabled Veteran-Ownedlandscaping servicesIDIQ contract
Source coverage notes

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  • Approximate value of the contract
  • Details on the evaluation criteria for proposals
  • Expected start date for services
  • Information on any incumbent contractors
  • Total estimated number of hours of service required
  • Clarification on subcontracting policies
  • Specific locations requiring ground services within the cemetery
  • Contact information for the contracting officer

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