Landscaping & Grounds RFPs

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Title	Agency	State	Due Date	Set-Aside	Est. Value
Mowing Invitation to Bid Documents	Villageofnewarkny	US	2026-01-07	—	—
Driving Range Reconstruction and Re-Turfing Project at Golf Course	City of Pembroke Pines	FL	2026-07-16	—	$500K
324 - Landscaping Maintenance - D&M Harvard	City of Cleveland	OH	2026-07-16	—	—
5000150154 Labor, Materials and Equipment Needed to Provide Three (3) Year Cont…	Jefferson Parish Government	LA	2026-07-16	—	$2.0M
S--OR KLAMATH FALLS FWO Grounds Maintenance Services	U.S. Department Of The Interior	VA	2026-07-16	Total Small Business Set-Aside	$1.0M
Local Let Maintenance Contract, Sterling CO, Mowing Highway Right of Way	BidNet Direct (TX)	TX	2026-07-16	—	—
Landscape Services – Water Division	City of Oregon City	OR	2026-07-16	—	$500K
Snow Removal Various Sidewalks, Cheyenne	Wyoming Department of Transportation	WY	2026-07-16	—	$200K
District Wide Sod	Indian Trail Improvement District	FL	2026-07-16	—	$2.0M
NYS Certified MBE/WBE/SDVOB Opportunity - D265785 - Regional Tree Removal	New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT)	NY	2026-07-16	—	$500K
Large Machine Mowing and Trimming Services Perdido Landfill and Beulah Landfill	Escambia County	FL	2026-07-16	—	$1.5M
Local Let Maintenance Contract, Concho CO, Mowing Highway Right of Way	Texas Department of Transportation	TX	2026-07-16	—	$266K
Preventive Maintenance of Bridges & Water Control Structures	City of Port St. Lucie	FL	2026-07-16	—	$1.5M
Urban Tree Planting for Maryland Port Administration - Climate Pollution Reduct…	Maryland Environmental Service - Procurement Division	MD	2026-07-16	—	$500K
42715G1428SB Median And Roadside Tractor Mowing, Trimming And Litter Pick-Up At…	Maryland State Highway Administration	MD	2026-07-16	Small Business Reserve	$1.0M
Forestry & Garden Supplies UTC	City of Columbus	OH	2026-07-16	—	$500K
Citywide Lawncare Services	City of Richmond	VA	2026-07-16	—	$1.5M
Large Machine Mowing and Trimming Services	Pensacola Government	FL	2026-07-16	—	—
S--OR KLAMATH FALLS FWO Grounds Maintenance Services	Fish and Wildlife Service	OR	2026-07-16	SBA	$60K
Grounds Maintenance and Management Services	College of the Mainland	TX	2026-07-16	—	$5.0M

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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 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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