Y1PZ--Fort Sill NC Gravesite Expansion and FCA Deficiencies 920CM3006
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through its National Cemetery Administration, is seeking a contractor for construction work at Fort Sill National Cemetery in Elgin, Oklahoma. The project title indicates two distinct components: gravesite expansion work and correction of Facilities Condition Assessment (FCA) deficiencies.
Based on the NAICS code and construction classification, this work involves heavy and civil engineering construction not elsewhere classified. Gravesite expansion at a national cemetery typically encompasses site preparation, excavation, installation of burial sections, utilities for water and drainage, roadways or pathways within cemetery grounds, and associated landscape restoration. FCA deficiency corrections address maintenance and repair needs identified through the VA's facility assessment process, which may include infrastructure repairs, accessibility improvements, or other remedial construction work required to meet operational standards.
See the solicitation for the complete scope of work, specific quantities, and technical specifications.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C78626B0030 |
| NAICS | 237990 — Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) |
| Response deadline | October 19, 2026, 12:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Elgin, OK |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns that meet the size standard for NAICS 237990 (typically $47.5 million in average annual receipts for this code, though bidders should verify the current threshold). To compete, a business must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have one or more service-disabled veterans control management and daily operations
- Be certified in the SAM.gov system with SDVOSB status
- Meet applicable size standards for this procurement
Joint ventures are permitted under FAR 19.14 if structured in compliance with SBA regulations. Non-SDVOSB entities, including other small businesses and large businesses, are ineligible for award though they may subcontract to a qualifying SDVOSB prime in limited circumstances per regulation.
How to put together a competitive bid
Construction-specific preparation. NAICS 237990 work demands demonstrated experience in heavy civil construction, earthwork, and infrastructure projects. Develop your past performance narrative around comparable cemetery, memorial site, or federal installation projects emphasizing schedule adherence, safety records, and quality control in sensitive environments.
Address the dual scope strategically. Bids must account for both the expansion work (likely requiring new construction sequencing) and FCA deficiency corrections (often involving work in active, restricted-access areas). Propose clear phasing plans that minimize disruption to cemetery operations, which remain active during most construction periods.
SDVOSB competition dynamics. SDVOSB set-asides for VA construction often draw experienced competitors. Differentiate through veteran workforce utilization, local Oklahoma labor advantages, and specialized equipment availability. Consider mentor-protégé arrangements if pursuing larger federal construction opportunities, but ensure prime qualification remains valid.
Pricing considerations. Heavy civil work carries significant material cost volatility and weather-dependent scheduling risks. The Elgin, Oklahoma location exposes projects to severe weather, flash flooding, and clay soil conditions affecting excavation and drainage. Structure your bid with appropriate contingencies and bonded terms appropriate for federal construction contracts, typically requiring performance and payment bonds per the Miller Act.
Compliance documentation. VA construction solicitations require robust safety plans, environmental protection measures for disturbed soils, and cultural resource sensitivity protocols for cemetery grounds. Prepare these elements in advance; they frequently factor in technical evaluations beyond price.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C78626B0030 to obtain specifications, drawings, clauses, and evaluation criteria
- Note the firm deadline: October 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time — late submissions are inadmissible in federal construction procurements
- Verify your SAM.gov registration and SDVOSB certification are active and current
- Consider a site visit if offered, given the unique operational requirements of active national cemetery construction
View the official notice on SAM.gov →