Y1AZ--897CM3024 Leavenworth NC - New Maintenance Bldgs (VA-25-00085860)

The Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration is soliciting bids for the construction of a new maintenance building complex at Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas, under solicitation number 36C78625B0043. The project encompasses constructing a comprehensive maintenance facility including a main maintenance building, wash bay, vehicle storage, covered parking, headstone storage buildings, above-ground fuel storage, supporting infrastructure, paving, sidewalk improvements, fencing, gates, and demolition of existing maintenance buildings. The contract requires an 18-month construction timeline (540 calendar days) from Notice to Proceed, with beneficial occupancy of the new maintenance building targeted at 12 months (365 days). Technical specifications include specialized equipment such as an 80 kW diesel generator, four-post motor vehicle lifts with 12.5-ton capacity, comprehensive video surveillance systems, and advanced door hardware with electronic access controls. The solicitation deadline has been extended multiple times, with the final bid submission due on August 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM CDT, and contractors must comply with Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified contractors. The project's estimated magnitude ranges between $5-10 million based on the Q&A responses, though no specific budget has been disclosed by the VA. The work will be performed at Leavenworth National Cemetery, located at 150 Muncie Road, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048, within an active cemetery environment that requires careful coordination and sensitivity to ongoing operations. The contract includes a 365-calendar-day construction and turnover timeline, followed by an additional six months allocated for demolition activities after building turnover. Contractors must demonstrate experience with complex institutional construction projects and possess appropriate licensing for security system installations, as the project involves sophisticated surveillance and access control systems integration.