Sources Sought Notice - 36C78625Q50060 - Disinterment, Transport, and Reinterment of Veteran from Calverton National Cemetery -- G001

The Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration is seeking sources for a specialized service involving the disinterment, transport, and reinterment of a veteran's remains from Calverton National Cemetery to Mount Pleasant Cemetery in New York. The contract, identified by solicitation number 36C78625Q50060, requires a contractor with NAICS code 812220 capabilities to perform four primary tasks: ordering a granite marker, conducting a disinterment following National Cemetery Administration policies, transporting remains according to New York State Department of Health regulations, and completing the reinterment with proper marker placement. Contractors must demonstrate compliance with OSHA safety standards, maintain proper identification and chain of custody documentation, and coordinate effectively with cemetery personnel. The sources sought notice invites interested vendors to submit their socio-economic categories and business size by December 10, 2024, at 12:00 pm EST. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on technical capability, regulatory compliance, and experience in cemetery and funeral service operations.

The procurement does not have a specific small business or minority-owned set-aside designation, indicating full and open competition. The performance period is set at 120 days, with specific requirements for handling a 20-gauge steel casket measuring 28" width x 83" length x 24" height. Contractors must possess all necessary New York State licenses and permits for funeral services and remains transportation, as well as appropriate insurance coverage. While no specific award value is mentioned in the sources sought notice, the specialized nature of the services suggests a potentially complex and precise contract. The scope of work is currently limited to this single veteran's disinterment and reinterment, implying a potentially focused and time-sensitive project. Interested vendors should carefully review the attached Performance Work Statement to understand the full technical and procedural requirements of the potential solicitation.