Elko National Cemetery Grounds Maintenance -- S208

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5601, Revision No. 28) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in the state of Nevada, specifically for the counties of Elko, Eureka, Humboldt, Lander, Pershing, and White Pine. The document lists numerous job titles with corresponding hourly rates and indicates that fringe benefits are required as per the occupational listing.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder responding to a Service Contract Act (SCA) covered contract in the specified geographic area. It provides the legally mandated minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to service employees performing work under such a contract. Bidders must ensure their proposals account for these rates to be compliant. The document also includes important notes regarding Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), as well as details on hazardous pay differentials and uniform allowances, all of which impact labor costs and contract compliance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Grounds Maintenance Services to be performed at the Elko National Cemetery. It is a Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

The contract requires comprehensive grounds management, including:

• Interment and Disinterment Services

• Headstone Services (setting, raising, lowering, realigning, fine-tuning alignment, cleaning)

• Gravesite Maintenance

• Grounds Maintenance (turf renovation, fertilization, pest control, mowing, trimming, edging, aerification, topdressing, dethatching)

• Tree, Shrub, and Planting Bed Maintenance

• Irrigation System Services

• Pond Services

• Drainage System Maintenance

• Trash & Debris Removal

• Pavement Sweeping & Cleaning & Ice and Snow Removal

• Structure Cleaning & Light Maintenance & Janitorial

• Ceremonies Assistance

• Contract Type: Hybrid Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

• Period of Performance: Base period of 6 months plus four (4) (twelve-month) option years.

• Place of Performance: Elko National Cemetery NV (ENC), 3602 Jennings Way, Elko, Nevada 89801.

• Solicitation Number: 36C78626Q50185

• Offer Due Date: 06/30/2026 at 13:00 Local Time.

• Evaluation will be based on a tiered approach, prioritizing socioeconomic categories (SDVOSB, VOSB, Small Business, etc.), followed by technical requirements (Pass/Fail), past performance, and price.

• The acquisition is set aside for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) at 100.00%.

• NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping Services)

• Size Standard: $9.5 Million

• Vendors must be actively registered in SAM.gov.

• Questions regarding the solicitation are due by 06/10/2026 at 4:00 PM PST.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) intended for use by references to evaluate an offeror's past performance on a contract or task order. The responses will be used by the Government to assess the offeror's relevance, recency, and quality of performance for the Elko National Cemetery Grounds Maintenance Services solicitation (36C78626Q50185).

Contractor Sections (1-4):

• Firm Name, Address, Phone, Email, POC, UEI/Cage Code
• Role (Prime, Sub, JV, etc.) and % of work performed
• Prime contractor details (if subcontractor)
• Contract Number, Type, Title, Location
• Award Date, Completion Date, Actual Completion Date (with explanations for differences)
• Original and Final Contract Price (with explanations for differences)
• Project Description: Relevance to Elko National Cemetery Grounds Maintenance, including similar staffing, work requirements, equipment, and conditions. Complexity rating (High, Medium, Routine).

Client Sections (5-8):

• Client Name, Title, Phone, Email
• Client's role in the project
• Performance Ratings (Quality, Timeliness, Responsiveness, Safety, Customer Satisfaction) on a scale of Excellent, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, with comments/examples.
• Additional Comments section for further observations.
• Signature, Printed Name, and Title of the client representative.

Rating Definitions: Provides clear definitions for Exceptional, Satisfactory, Marginal, and Unsatisfactory ratings.

This form is crucial for offerors to provide to their references. The quality and detail of the information provided by the references in response to this questionnaire will directly impact the Government's evaluation of the offeror's past performance, which is a key factor in determining award. Offerors should ensure their references understand the requirements of the Elko National Cemetery Grounds Maintenance Services opportunity when completing this PPQ.

Other / Unclassified

This document, "National Shrine Commitment Operational Standards and Measures, Version 5.1 (July 2014)," outlines the National Cemetery Administration's (NCA) standards for performance in key cemetery operational areas. These include interment operations, grounds maintenance, headstone/marker/niche cover operations, equipment maintenance, and other standards related to facilities, personnel, and safety.

This document serves as a comprehensive guide and set of requirements for maintaining national cemeteries to the highest standards, ensuring they function as national shrines. While not a solicitation itself, it details the expected performance criteria and measures for various cemetery operations. Any future solicitations related to cemetery operations, maintenance, or management would likely reference or incorporate these standards to define the scope of work, performance expectations, and quality control measures. Bidders interested in opportunities involving national cemetery services should review these standards to understand the level of service, appearance, and operational efficiency required.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (NV20260015) dated 01/30/2026, which supersedes NV20250015. It establishes prevailing wage rates for heavy construction projects, including sewer and water construction, in Elko County, Nevada. The decision lists various labor classifications, including CARPENTER, POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (with specific group definitions for different machinery and tasks), IRONWORKER (REINFORCING and STRUCTURAL), LABORER (Common/General, Mason Tender, Cement/Concrete, Pipelayer, Asphalt, and Concrete Saw), CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER, ELECTRICIAN, and TRUCK DRIVER (Dump Truck, Water Truck). It also includes information on WELDERS and notes regarding Executive Orders (EO) 13706 and 13658 concerning paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors. The document details how to interpret rate identifiers (Union, Union Average, Survey, State Adopted) and outlines the Wage Determination Appeals Process.

This document is crucial for bidders as it specifies the minimum prevailing wage rates and associated benefits (fringes) that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on covered construction projects in Elko County, Nevada. Understanding these rates is essential for accurate cost estimation and proposal development to ensure compliance with federal labor standards.