Find Landscaping & Grounds RFPs in Maryland

50 active opportunities· Updated daily

16+ agencies9 set-aside16 with posted budget

Active landscaping & grounds opportunities in Maryland right now come from agencies including DEPT OF DEFENSE, City of Baltimore and State Highway Administration, among others. The nearest deadline is September 8, 2026. New solicitations are added daily. Sign up to get the ones matched to your business scored and delivered automatically.

How do I find landscaping & grounds bids in Maryland?

Maryland landscaping & grounds solicitations are spread across 16+ different buyer sites: state procurement portals, city and county purchasing pages, school districts, and cooperative networks, each posting on its own schedule. You can check every source by hand, or use a bid discovery tool. BidSparq monitors 23,000+ federal, state, local, education, and healthcare sources daily, including the Maryland sources behind this page, scores each new solicitation 0 to 100 against your company profile, and alerts you only when a landscaping & grounds bid is worth your time. The 50 opportunities on this page refresh daily. For the full method, read how to find government RFPs and price the work against the free GSA labor rate lookup.

TitleAgencyDue DateSet-AsideEst. Value
Outdoor Volleyball Court Sand and Liner Replacement B1657DEPT OF DEFENSE2026-09-08SBA$150K
ITB 2027-007 School Ballfield MowingMaryland Calvert County Government2026-09-08-$300K
Landscaping at the Annapolis Tower site for MPTMaryland Public Television - Administration2026-09-08Total Small Business Set-Aside$700K
ITB 2027-007 School Ballfield MowingCalvert County Government2026-09-08-$200K
Fall Leaf Removal ServicesMaryland The Village of North Chevy Chase2026-09-08-$60K
70TREE27SB_ROADSIDE Tree Care in Howard CountyMaryland State Highway Administration2026-09-09Total Small Business Set-Aside$1.5M
Fall Leaf Removal ServicesThe Village of North Chevy Chase2026-09-09--
Interior Plant Maintenance with 3 years Extension & 2 Renewal Open Interior Pla…City of Baltimore2026-09-14-$1.5M
Henson Creek Golf Course Irrigation InstallationCorporate Procurement Services2026-09-14NONE$1.8M
Henson Creek Golf Course Irrigation InstallationMaryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission2026-09-14NONE$2.0M
WO426F29SB - Roadside Herbicide Spraying - MDOT/SHA Worcester CountyState Highway Administration2026-09-16Total Small Business Set-Aside$300K
RFQ-000858City of Baltimore2026-09-16-$500K
27-059 Mowing & Trimming of Road Right-of-WaysHarford County Government2026-09-16-$500K
RFQ-000858Maryland City of Baltimore2026-09-16-$2.0M
27-054 Harford Community College Stream RestorationHarford County Government2026-09-16NONE$2.2M
Mowing & Trimming of Road Right-of-WaysHarford County2026-09-16--
4283F41429SB Hand Mowing (W/ Baggers If Needed), Trimming And Litter Pickup Alo…State Highway Administration2026-09-17Total Small Business Set-Aside$300K
OPF-S IRD/Codorus Creek Herbicide Application NEWDEPT OF DEFENSE2026-09-18SBA-
Brush Grinding Service at Midshore I Transfer Station & Midshore II LandfillMaryland Environmental Service - Procurement Division2026-09-22-$150K
Midshore Brush Grinding Services- MBE Goal 5%Maryland Environmental Service2026-09-22--

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Tips for Winning Landscaping & Grounds Contracts in Maryland

  • 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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