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About Landscaping & Grounds Government Procurement
Government landscaping and grounds maintenance is a high-volume, recurring procurement category. Federal facilities, military bases, state capitols, highway medians, school districts, and municipal properties all require regular grounds maintenance. Contracts are typically multi-year with annual renewals, providing steady revenue for qualified firms.
Key Agencies
- • GSA (federal building grounds maintenance)
- • Department of Defense (military installation grounds)
- • State Departments of Transportation (highway landscaping)
- • Department of Veterans Affairs (national cemeteries)
- • Municipal public works departments
Tips for Vendors
- • Federal grounds maintenance contracts are often set aside for small businesses, especially service-disabled veteran-owned (SDVOSB) firms. The VA's Veterans First program gives priority to veteran-owned businesses for national cemetery and medical center grounds maintenance.
- • Highway landscaping and vegetation management contracts through state DOTs are large-volume opportunities. These typically require traffic control certifications and sometimes herbicide applicator licenses.
- • Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plans are increasingly required in government landscaping contracts. Federal agencies must follow Executive Order 13148 guidelines for environmentally sound pest management. Demonstrating IPM expertise is a competitive differentiator.
Landscaping & Grounds RFPs by State
Texas
184 RFPs
California
130 RFPs
Florida
79 RFPs
Massachusetts
64 RFPs
New York
51 RFPs
Georgia
50 RFPs
Maryland
49 RFPs
Virginia
49 RFPs
Washington
38 RFPs
Federal
33 RFPs
Arizona
33 RFPs
Alabama
32 RFPs
Michigan
31 RFPs
Minnesota
29 RFPs
Ohio
28 RFPs
New Jersey
28 RFPs
South Carolina
27 RFPs
Pennsylvania
21 RFPs
Hawaii
21 RFPs
Wisconsin
21 RFPs
Illinois
21 RFPs
Iowa
21 RFPs
Louisiana
20 RFPs
Connecticut
19 RFPs
Missouri
18 RFPs
North Carolina
18 RFPs
Utah
17 RFPs
Indiana
16 RFPs
Arkansas
13 RFPs
Colorado
12 RFPs
Kansas
12 RFPs
Idaho
11 RFPs
South Dakota
10 RFPs
Oregon
9 RFPs
Alaska
8 RFPs
New Hampshire
7 RFPs
Washington DC
7 RFPs
Delaware
6 RFPs
Oklahoma
6 RFPs
Rhode Island
6 RFPs
Montana
6 RFPs
Tennessee
5 RFPs
New Mexico
4 RFPs
Mississippi
4 RFPs
Nebraska
4 RFPs
Nevada
3 RFPs
Maine
3 RFPs
Wyoming
2 RFPs
West Virginia
1 RFPs
Landscaping & Grounds RFP FAQ
How are government grounds maintenance contracts structured?
Most government grounds maintenance contracts are fixed-price, performance-based contracts awarded for a base year plus 2-4 option years. They specify mowing frequency, seasonal planting schedules, snow removal, tree care, and irrigation maintenance. Performance is measured against quality standards, and contracts may include liquidated damages for non-compliance.
What licenses and certifications are needed?
State pesticide applicator licenses are typically required. ISA Certified Arborist is valuable for tree care work. Irrigation Association (IA) certifications help for irrigation system maintenance. State contractor licenses may be required depending on the scope. Davis-Bacon prevailing wages may apply to federally funded landscaping construction projects.
Are there small business opportunities in government landscaping?
Yes: landscaping is one of the most common small business set-aside categories in federal procurement. Many contracts are set aside for SDVOSB, 8(a), HUBZone, or WOSB firms. State and local governments often have their own small business or local business preference programs for grounds maintenance.
What is the Service Contract Act and how does it apply?
The McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (41 U.S.C. § 6701) requires contractors on federal service contracts over $2,500 to pay prevailing wages and fringe benefits as determined by the Department of Labor. This applies to most federal grounds maintenance contracts (not Davis-Bacon, which covers construction). Wage determinations vary by locality and job classification: build SCA rates into your pricing before bidding.
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