36C78626Q50131 -- S206

Quick Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the National Cemetery Administration, is soliciting proposals for Unarmed Security Guard Services at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix, AZ. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The contract aims to ensure a safe and secure environment, upholding the dignity of the cemetery and protecting visitors, employees, and property. Proposals are due by May 27, 2026, at 5 PM CST.

Opportunity Details

• Notice ID: 36C78626Q50131
• Type: Solicitation
• Product Service Code: S206 (Guard Services)

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide 24/7 unarmed security guard services, including holidays and weekends. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting routine and random patrols of the cemetery perimeter, roadways, and facilities.
• Deterring trespassing, vandalism, theft, and unauthorized activity.
• Responding to security incidents, medical emergencies, and suspicious behavior, notifying appropriate authorities.
• Providing security presence and assisting with traffic/pedestrian management during funeral services and ceremonies.
• Monitoring administrative buildings, monuments, and public restrooms.
• Maintaining logs and reports, with incident reports due within 2 hours of occurrence.

Key Requirements

• Personnel must be qualified, trained, and licensed, possessing state security guard licenses, valid driver's licenses, and U.S. citizenship or work authorization. They must be at least 21 years old and pass background checks.
• Guards must maintain a professional appearance, wear identifiable uniforms, and display government-issued identification badges.
• The contractor must develop and maintain a Quality Control (QC) program and adhere to the Government's Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).
• A Quality Control Plan and a list of all onsite personnel are required within 10 days post-award.
• Key Personnel include a Program Manager and Onsite Supervisor.
• Government-furnished items include two (2) two-way radios and the daily interment schedule; all other equipment, vehicles, and uniforms are contractor-furnished.

Contract Structure & Period

• Contract Type: Definitive quantity, Firm-Fixed-Price.
• Period of Performance: One (1) Base Year (12 months) and four (4) 12-month option years.
• NAICS Code: 561612 (Security Guards Services), Size Standard: $29 million.

Submission & Evaluation

• Proposals Due: May 27, 2026, 5 PM CST.
• Submission Method: Via email to Ralph.Crum@va.gov (Subject: 36C78626Q50131 _Company Name).
• Evaluation Factors: Past Performance, Technical Capability, and Price.
• Award Basis: Best value source selection.
• Required Forms: SF 1449, VAAR 852.219-75, and two or more completed Past Performance Questionnaires.
• Vendor Site Visit: May 13, 2026, at 9:30 AM local time at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. RSVP to ralph.crum@va.gov and lee.castaneda@va.gov by May 12, 2026, 5 PM CST.
• Questions Deadline: May 15, 2026, 5 PM CST, via email to Ralph.Crum@va.gov.

Wage Determination

Offerors must comply with Service Contract Act Wage Determination No. 2015-5469, Revision No. 30, which specifies minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for Maricopa and Pinal counties, Arizona. This includes Health & Welfare, paid sick leave (EO 13706), vacation, and holidays. This document is critical for accurate labor cost estimation and compliance.

Contact Information

• Primary Contact: Ralph Crum, ralph.crum@va.gov