Find Landscaping & Grounds RFPs in Nebraska

7 active opportunities· Updated daily

7+ agencies1 with posted budget

Active landscaping & grounds opportunities in Nebraska right now come from agencies including City of Grand Island, Douglas County and Nebraska Public Power District, among others. The nearest deadline is October 22, 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 Nebraska?

Nebraska landscaping & grounds solicitations are spread across 7+ 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 Nebraska 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 7 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
Tree Trimming (26-036)City of Grand Island2026-10-22-$70K
Standing Tree Trunk RemovalDouglas County2026-10-22--
2027 Distribution Line Tree Clearing and Brush Removal of Multiple Distribution…Nebraska Public Power District2026-10-26--
260826 - Snow Removal ServicesOmaha Housing Authority2026-10-27--
2026 Mowing Contract Tabulation WorksheetAlliance, City of2026-12-31--
Master Agreement - Right-of-Way Pruning of Street TreesBidNet Portal - NE2027-06-11--
Master Agreement - Tree Pruning, and Removal ServicesCity of Lincoln2027-09-30--

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Tips for Winning Landscaping & Grounds Contracts in Nebraska

  • ✓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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