P01_Attachment_Volume 1 of 3 Bid Docs_909CM3030.pdf

This is a Bid Document (Volume 1 of 3) for an Invitation for Bid (IFB) sealed bidding procurement from the Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration for the Fort Custer National Cemetery Cemetery Expansion and Site Improvements project (909CM3030) in Augusta, Michigan. The contract is solicitation number 36C78626B0005 and is classified under NAICS 237990 with PSC Y1PZ.

The base bid (CLIN 0001) requires construction of a 3,360-niche columbarium, development of gravesite sections for 3,712 pre-placed crypt burials, and development of gravesite sections for 6,821 in-ground cremains interments. Three option bid items are included: CLIN 0002 for maintenance yard pavement replacement (asphalt to concrete); CLIN 0003 for site improvements including administration building and PIC/restroom renovations, a new storage building, and swing space construction; and CLIN 0004 for irrigation expansion and permanent power to Committal Shelter A. The period of performance is 540 calendar days (18 months) from Notice to Proceed issuance. Work must be performed during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding Federal Holidays). Contractor responsibilities include establishing construction limits and safety controls, conducting site survey and utility locating, managing erosion and sediment control, performing site clearing and grading, executing landscaping and restoration, protecting existing improvements, and providing daily progress summaries. The contractor must coordinate parking, laydown, and temporary facilities with the Cemetery Director and maintain site drainage throughout the project duration.