Dayton National Cemetery Sod Delivery -- 8730

The Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration is soliciting quotes for sod and grass seed delivery services at Dayton National Cemetery in Ohio. The procurement includes 1,000 pounds of Sod Blend Trophy mix grass seed and 20,000 square feet of certified Tall Fescue Turfgrass sod, with specific quality requirements including 95% pure grass seed with minimum 80% germination rate and freshly cut, weed-free sod composed of at least three Ohio-adapted cultivars (Gold Medallion, Speedway, and Rendition RX). Contractors must demonstrate reverence while working in the cemetery environment, deliver within 7 business days of orders, and provide proof of valid driver's licenses for delivery personnel. The evaluation will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, focusing on technical criteria including product compliance and delivery staff qualifications. Quotes are due by August 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM EST and must be submitted via email to April.Graves@va.gov.

This opportunity is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 111421 for businesses with less than $3.25 million in revenue. The contract structure is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) arrangement with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, carrying a total maximum aggregate value of $80,000 and a guaranteed minimum of $1,000. Specific quantities include 45 pallets of 480 square feet Tall Fescue Turfgrass sod and 1,000 pounds of fescue mix seed for each contract period, with delivery expected during the growing season typically from March through November. Work will be performed at Dayton National Cemetery located at 4400 W Third Street, Dayton, Ohio 45428, during normal federal workdays while respecting federal holidays. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and complete online representations and certifications prior to the solicitation closing date.