Description
The National Shrine Project at Fort Snelling National Cemetery calls for a comprehensive renovation of existing turfgrass and headstone support systems across multiple burial sections. The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision to perform topsoil grading, sod removal and re‑installation, irrigation component protection and replacement, weed control, fertilization, and post‑installation maintenance for a 365‑day performance period. Specific tasks include herbicide treatment, dead‑turf removal, soil amendment, precise grading to within 1 inch of adjacent surfaces, installation of certified sod, ongoing watering and mowing for at least 60 days, and final inspection. The work must be completed within one year of award, with the planting window limited to before October 15, 2026, and allowances for weather‑related extensions per FAR 52.249‑10.
• Location: Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, MN
• Scope: Topsoil preparation, turf renovation, sod installation, irrigation adjustments, headstone raise & realignment, erosion control, debris removal, and post‑install maintenance
• Performance period: 365 days from award (planting by Oct 15)
• Estimated area: ~343,800 sq ft of turf
• Required certifications: Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) registered in SAM and SBA
• Key constraints: strict grading tolerances, limited planting season, weather‑delay provisions, liquidated damages $1,116 per day.