Landscaping & Grounds RFPs

550 active opportunities across 46states · Updated daily

Title	Agency	State	Due Date	Set-Aside	Est. Value
Emergency Tree Removal in Rights of Way	Saint Louis County Government	MO	2026-06-04	—	$3.0M
Nashville National Cemetery, National Shrine Irrigation Project	VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF	TN	2026-06-04	SDVOSBC	$5.0M
Acquire Snow Removal Equipment	City of Elko	NV	2026-06-04	—	$500K
Professional Grounds Maintenance Services for Oklahoma School of Science and Ma…	State of Oklahoma, Division of Capital Assets Management, Construction & Properties	OK	2026-06-04	—	$2.5M
Ashley Phosphate & I-26 Interchange Grounds Maintenance	City of North Charleston	SC	2026-06-04	—	$500K
Greening the Gateway Cities Program Implementation (GGCP) Grant	Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs	MA	2026-06-04	—	$75K
Colville NF Seed Orchard Mowing Services	U.S. Department Of Agriculture	OR	2026-06-04	—	$100K
26RFP44– Landscape Maintenance Services.	Williamson County	TX	2026-06-04	—	$2.0M
7 Red Pine Exterior Staining Project	People with Developmental Disabilities, NYS Office for	NY	2026-06-04	MWBE, SDVOB	$50K
Highway Department Tree Removal & Trimming	Town of Douglas	MA	2026-06-04	—	—
2026 McEuen Park Playground Turf Replacement	Coeur d'Alene	ID	2026-06-04	—	—
2026 McEuen Park Playground Turf Replacement	City of Coeur d'Alene	ID	2026-06-04	—	—
IFB - Lot Clearance Services as Needed for Various City Properties	Massachusetts City of Boston	MA	2026-06-04	—	$500K
Koi Pond Cleaning and Maintenance Services	County of Riverside	CA	2026-06-04	—	$1.0M
Tree and Stump Removals in Bronx and Manhattan	New York City Department of Parks and Recreation	NY	2026-06-04	—	$500K
Bid No. TOH 26-06-024 Irrigation Equipment Supplies and Accessories for Golf Co…	City of Huntington	NY	2026-06-04	—	—
Gateway Sign Plantings	Village of Glenview	IL	2026-06-04	—	$200K
Big Blue Trace Landscaping Phase 3	Village of Wellington	FL	2026-06-04	—	$500K
Newcastle Corridor Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Services	Georgia City of Brunswick	GA	2026-06-04	—	$500K
42716M1428SB - Tractor Median and Roadside Mowing, Trimming and Litter Pickup a…	Maryland State Highway Administration	MD	2026-06-04	Total Small Business Set-Aside	$400K

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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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