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Department of Veterans Affairs

Turf Treatment Services for Culpeper National Cemetery -- S208

Solicitation: QSE--36C78626Q50075
Notice ID: ff37cd102a95428f86d5ed8c4ead58ed
Contract snapshot

Combined Synopsis Solicitation from VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF • VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: VA. Response deadline: Feb 26, 2026. Industry: NAICS 561730 • PSC S208.

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Solicitation
QSE--36C78626Q50075
Performance
Culpepper National Cemetery (839); Dept Of Veterans Affairs (839), Culpepper National Cemetery; 305 U S Avenue • Culpeper, Virginia • 22701 United States
Response
Feb 26, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
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Place of performance
Culpepper National Cemetery (839); Dept Of Veterans Affairs (839), Culpepper National Cemetery; 305 U S Avenue • Culpeper, Virginia • 22701 United States
State: VA
Contracting office
Quantico, VA • 22134 USA

Point of Contact

Name
Marshand Boone
Email
marshand.boone@va.gov
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Agency
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Subagency
NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786)
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Quantico, VA
22134 USA

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
VA20260036 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Virginia • Cumberland
20 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
VA20260036 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Virginia • Cumberland
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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: EXCAVATOR
Base $39.99Fringe $18.05
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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: BULLDOZER
Base $38.79Fringe $18.05
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TRUCK DRIVER, INCLUDES ALL DUMP TRUCKS
Base $13.59Fringe $3.42
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VA20260076 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Virginia • King George
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TRUCK DRIVER: SINGLE & MULTI AXLE
Base $19.48Fringe $0.00
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TRUCK DRIVER: HEAVY OVER 7 CY
Base $17.74Fringe $0.00
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TRUCK DRIVER : HEAVY 7CY & UNDER
Base $16.69Fringe $0.00
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VA20260025 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Virginia • Bland, Carroll, Dickenson +9
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TRUCK DRIVER: OFF THE ROAD TRUCK
Base $23.26Fringe $0.00
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TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK
Base $14.96Fringe $1.45
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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: CRANE
Base $29.08Fringe $10.26
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VA20260031 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Virginia • Surry
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F MECHANICAL SYSTEMS.). A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DAY, VETERANS' DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY,THE DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $33.27Fringe $12.20
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ELECTRICIAN
Base $34.03Fringe $17.03
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TRUCK DRIVER, INCLUDES ALL DUMP TRUCKS
Base $13.42Fringe $2.39
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Description

Turf Treatment Services for Culpeper National Cemetery -- S208
Responses to contractor questions for New grounds herbicide and fertilizer contract for Culpeper National Cemetery (attached as 36C78626Q50075 QandAr). Due date for quotes remains February 26, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.
Turf Treatment Services for Culpeper National Cemetery
Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

high confidence
$287,168 - $340,347

Contractor-side estimate from visible notice metadata, NAICS/PSC, contract type, schedule hints, and BidPulsar workpaper assumptions. Not an IGCE, incumbent price, award value, or government budget.

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Floor
$287,168
Target
$303,882
Premium
$340,347
Labor
$124,800
Direct
$53,000
Burden
$88,068
Fee + reserve
$35,814
Target $303,882Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions4 modeled rows

This advisory bid range is visible page text for contractors and search engines: it summarizes the modeled floor, target, and premium bid posture for this solicitation.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 561730 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 56.

12-month awarded value
$91,192,553
Sector total $2,412,668,764 • Share 3.8%
Live
Median
$254,995
P10–P90
$0$1,205,952
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
3.8%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+96%($29,542,939)
Deal sizing
$254,995 median
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Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Feb 14, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking bids for Turf Treatment Services at Culpeper National Cemetery, with a focus on herbicide and fertilizer applications as outlined in solicitation QSE--36C78626Q50075. The solicitation is set aside for SDVOSBs and responses are due by 12:00 PM EST on February 26, 2026. This opportunity emphasizes the importance of compliance with specifications regarding turf treatment, making it crucial for bidders to thoroughly review provided documents.

Turf Treatment ServicesCulpeper National CemeterySDVOSBherbicide applicationfertilizer management
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer is looking to secure a contractor who can provide effective turf treatment services, including the application of herbicides and fertilizers at Culpeper National Cemetery, ensuring the maintenance of cemetery grounds meets specific standards.

Who should pursue this
  • SDVOSB-certified landscaping or turf management companies with experience in herbicide and fertilizer applications.
  • Companies that can demonstrate previous successful contracts with government and military facilities.
Work breakdown
  • Review the solicitation documents and attached Q&A responses.
  • Develop a comprehensive proposal including pricing, methodology, and past performance examples.
  • Ensure compliance with all SDVOSB eligibility requirements.
  • Submit proposal by the deadline with all required documentation. Meeting performance standards outlined by the buyer is critical.
  • Prepare for possible clarification requests after proposal submission.
Response package checklist
  • Completed pricing tables as per the solicitation.
  • Proof of SDVOSB certification.
  • Past performance references in turf management; ideally related to federal work.
  • Detailed work plan for turf treatment services outlined in the proposal.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Carefully adhere to the technical requirements for herbicide and fertilizer use as specified in the solicitation and attachments.
  • Failure to meet SDVOSB criteria or submission requirements may lead to disqualification.
Pricing strategy
  • Competitive pricing in line with government contract expectations, while ensuring service quality.
  • Consider including a breakdown of costs related to herbicide and fertilizer applications to demonstrate value.
Teaming and subs
  • Consider partnering with local agricultural specialists for expertise on herbicide applications.
  • Teaming with other SDVOSBs could strengthen the proposal by showcasing a broader capacity.
Risks and watchouts
  • Changes in federal regulations regarding herbicide use could impact project delivery or costs.
  • Potential for higher-than-expected competition from similarly capable SDVOSB firms.
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific performance metrics will be used to evaluate the turf treatment services?
  • Are there any particular types or brands of herbicide and fertilizer that are preferred or prohibited?
Source coverage notes

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  • No exact start and end dates of the period of performance provided.
  • Specific guidelines on the types of turf chemicals to be used are not fully detailed in the solicitation.
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