E1PC--Department of Veteran Affairs Seeks LAND to Expand or Replace the Baltimore National Cemetery Baltimore, MD
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify suitable land for the expansion or replacement of the Baltimore National Cemetery in Baltimore, MD. The VA seeks expressions of interest from owners, brokers, or legal representatives for properties of at least 8 acres suitable for cemetery development. Submissions are due by June 23, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The primary objective is to acquire land to support the long-term needs of the Baltimore National Cemetery. The VA is looking for properties within Baltimore City and the Maryland counties of Baltimore, Carroll, Howard, Montgomery, and Anne Arundel. Key site suitability criteria include being outside the 100-year flood zone and free of restrictive covenants, unless no practicable alternative exists.
Key Requirements for Submission
Interested parties must provide a comprehensive electronic submission via email, including:
- Site location, current zoning, and evidence of suitability for cemetery use.
- Approximate size of the site (at least 8 acres).
- Proof of ownership/control, including subsurface and water rights.
- Legal description, maps, drawings, surveys, site plan, and photographs.
- Description of proximity to public transportation and major routes.
- Current availability of utilities (water, sewer, gas, electric) and water rights, with a site plan showing utilities, easements, and adjacent roads.
- Information on environmental, historic, endangered species, or cultural resources issues, including any remediation efforts and studies.
- Proof the site is outside the 100-year flood zone and/or wetland survey.
- Information on ongoing or planned development affecting the site.
- Any known title issues, defects, deed restrictions, and encumbrances.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Solicitation Number: 36C10F26Q0067)
- Product Service Code (PSC): E1PC (Purchase Of Unimproved Real Property (Land))
- NAICS Code: 237210 (Land Subdivision)
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Submission Deadline: June 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.
- Published Date: May 29, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Submissions must be sent electronically to the specified contact. Email attachments must be 5 MB or smaller; multiple emails are acceptable. The VA reserves the right to eliminate sites if required items are not submitted. VA staff may conduct site selection tours for properties meeting initial criteria. This is a market research effort, and the VA assumes no responsibility to purchase a site based on responses. Any acquisition will be based on fair market value.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Nam Tran, Realty Specialist
- Email: nam.tran3@va.gov
- Phone: 504-491-0496