Vattman Monument Restoration - Fort Sheridan National Cemetery

2026-11-03

Historic Vattman Monument Restoration Project - Fort Sheridan National CemeteryThe Department of Veterans Affairs ( VA ), National Cemetery Administration ( NCA ) is seeking responses from Service - Disabled Veteran - Owned Small Businesses ( SDVOSB ) and Veteran - Owned Small Businesses ( VOSB ) with a minimum of 15 years of experience in historic restoration work that aligns with the Secretary of Interior ( SOI ) Standards . Please provide a capability statement demonstrating your experience and qualifications . Expectations / QualificationsExperience : Minimum of 15 years in historic restoration work in masonry and metal work . SOI Standards : Demonstrated adherence to the Secretary of Interior ( SOI ) Standards . Capability Statement : Provide detailed documentation that exhibits your experience and qualifications . Federal Law Compliance : Understanding of Federal laws regarding historic buildings , structures , and objects . Project ObjectivesCondition Assessment Report : Conduct a comprehensive report evaluating the current state of conditions and materials of the Vattman Monument . Treatment Plan Development : Develop a treatment plan that complies with the SOI standards . Rehabilitation Work : Perform rehabilitation and restoration work to stabilize and restore the monument per the approved treatment plan . Major Scope ItemsMaterials Investigation and Documentation : Complete a thorough investigation and documentation of materials for masonry restoration . General Construction : Carry out all necessary construction work for treatment , rehabilitation , and restoration per the approved treatment plan . General ConditionsWork Hours : Normal business hours ( 8 : 00 am to 4 : 30 pm ), Monday to Friday , excluding Federal Holidays . Precautions : Survey the site , assess the extent of work , and avoid damages to existing items . Site Management : Establish construction limits , install safety controls and construction fencing . Utility Management : Locate and flag all underground utilities . Site Clearing and Erosion Control : Clear the site as required and implement erosion control measures . Grading and Landscaping : Perform necessary grading , protect existing vegetation , and ensure proper site drainage . Clean - up and Restoration : Clean the work area daily , dispose of waste materials properly , and restore all damages caused during construction . Other RequirementsSOI Compliance : Treatment plan must adhere to SOI standards and specific preservation briefs . Permits : Secure all necessary permits including environmental permits . Progress Reporting : Provide daily progress summaries and electronic photos . LocationAddress : Fort Sheridan National Cemetery , Bluff Road , Lake Bluff , IL 60044 . Response SubmissionPlease submit your capability statements electronically to Daniel Kinney at daniel . kinney @ va . gov by 04 / 03 / 2026 . Submissions should clearly demonstrate your qualifications and adherence to the requirements outlined above .

Illinois

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