Suffolk Cemetery – Fall 2026 - Fertilize and Weed Control Application

The Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Veterans Services is soliciting quotes for simultaneous application of granular fertilizer, pre-emergent herbicide, and post-emergent broadleaf weed control at the Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk, Virginia, with quotes due July 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST.

Award carries set-aside priority to DSBSD-certified micro or small businesses if bids meet specified criteria.

The scope covers approximately 1,960,200 square feet of turf. Fertilizer must be 19-0-5 with 20% slowly available nitrogen applied at minimum 4.0 lbs. per 1,000 square feet. Pre-emergent herbicide must contain 0.29% prodiamine or equivalent. Post-emergent broadleaf weed control requires Escalade2 or equivalent at 2.5 pints per acre. All treatments must be completed by mid-September 2026 and applied by certified applicators using commercial equipment. Work scheduling is coordinated with cemetery management, with hours restricted to 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday.

The contractor must furnish all labor, materials, supplies, equipment, and supervision in compliance with OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations; maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including workers' compensation and $1,000,000 commercial general liability with the Commonwealth named as additional insured; and provide detailed product documentation including brand names, manufacturer application rates, and quantity calculations. Invoices are due 30 days after delivery and must include purchase order number, itemized list, recipient name, and delivery date. Award is made on a grand total basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. An eVA transaction fee of 1 percent applies, capped at $500 for certified small businesses or $1,500 for other businesses. Site visits may be scheduled by contacting cemetery superintendent Angela Bufano at (843) 532-8286.