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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
142 RFPs
California
89 RFPs
Massachusetts
60 RFPs
Florida
58 RFPs
Maryland
53 RFPs
Georgia
47 RFPs
Virginia
47 RFPs
New York
38 RFPs
Washington
38 RFPs
Ohio
30 RFPs
Michigan
30 RFPs
Pennsylvania
27 RFPs
New Jersey
24 RFPs
South Carolina
23 RFPs
Iowa
22 RFPs
Alabama
21 RFPs
Colorado
19 RFPs
Hawaii
19 RFPs
Minnesota
19 RFPs
Arizona
17 RFPs
Illinois
15 RFPs
Connecticut
15 RFPs
Missouri
15 RFPs
Louisiana
13 RFPs
North Carolina
13 RFPs
Indiana
13 RFPs
Wisconsin
13 RFPs
Kansas
11 RFPs
Federal
11 RFPs
New Hampshire
11 RFPs
Alaska
9 RFPs
Utah
9 RFPs
Delaware
8 RFPs
Kentucky
7 RFPs
Nebraska
7 RFPs
Tennessee
7 RFPs
Nevada
6 RFPs
Idaho
6 RFPs
Mississippi
6 RFPs
Arkansas
5 RFPs
Montana
5 RFPs
Oregon
4 RFPs
Oklahoma
4 RFPs
Washington DC
3 RFPs
Rhode Island
3 RFPs
New Mexico
3 RFPs
Maine
3 RFPs
Vermont
3 RFPs
North Dakota
2 RFPs
South Dakota
1 RFPs
Wyoming
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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