Open federal landscaping & grounds contracts

What: Weed control and groundskeeping services at the FAA facility in Albuquerque, including lawn mowing, edging, weed removal, tree and shrub care, irrigation maintenance, seasonal cleanup, and pest control. Full scope and performance period not stated in this summary. Buyer: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Where: Albuquerque ARTCC (ZAB), 8000 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 Deadline: November 1, 2026 — this is the deadline to respond to the agency's request for capability information, not to submit a bid. Who can bid: Any responsible business may respond, including large companies. This is not a small-business set-aside. All interested vendors are eligible. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary. Check before bidding: (1) Full Statement of Work with specific tasks, frequency, and performance standards (see attached SOW). (2) Contract performance period and start date. Next step: Email your capability statement to Carey.Gonzalez@FAA.gov (CC Josh.Haker@FAA.gov) with subject line "ZAB Grounds Maintenance-Interested Vendor" and include your company name, contact person, phone, email, and UEI.

What: Grounds maintenance and landscaping services at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Oahu. Full scope, size, and period not stated in this summary. Buyer: Department of the Navy Where: Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Oahu, Hawaii Deadline: November 6, 2026 to respond to this sources sought request Who can bid: Any responsible business may respond, including large companies. This is full and open competition with no small-business set-aside. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Complete scope of work and performance period in the attachments; (2) Insurance, bonding, licensing, and wage requirements Next step: Review the attachments. Submit a capability statement by November 6, 2026 if interested. This response is not a bid but may lead to a small-business set-aside contract opportunity.

What: Snow removal and ice mitigation services at three Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit administrative sites in California. Periodic service over an unspecified period. Buyer: US Forest Service Where: Lake Tahoe Basin, California Deadline: October 30, 2026 Who can bid: Any business classified as small under NAICS code 561730 (size standard: $9.5 million in annual revenue) and registered in SAM.gov. No SBA certification required. Businesses of any size may also submit quotes. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work, service locations, and performance period details in the attachments; (2) Required insurance, bonding, equipment, and response time specifications Next step: Register in SAM.gov if not already registered. Obtain and review the complete RFQ attachments. Submit your quote by October 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM UTC using the method specified in the full solicitation.

What: Grounds maintenance services for Defense Communications Detachment Okinawa (DCDO). Period: November 1, 2026 through October 31, 2031. Full scope and quantities are in the attached RFQ and Statement of Work (Attachment 4). Buyer: Department of the Air Force, 18th Contracting Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan Where: Okinawa, Japan Deadline: October 28, 2026 Who can bid: Any responsible business may bid, including large businesses. No restrictions based on business size or type. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Complete Statement of Work and scope details in Attachment 4; (2) Specific performance requirements, insurance, bonding, and wage determination in the full RFQ and amendments Next step: Download the RFQ (FA527027QB004) and all attachments. Submit your quote by the deadline following all instructions in the RFQ.

What: Snow clearing, relocation, and hauling services at Offutt Air Force Base (Nebraska) during winter weather. Contractor supplies all equipment, operators, labor, and management. Buyer: Department of the Air Force Where: Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska Deadline: November 2, 2026 Who can bid: Any business registered in SAM.gov that meets the small business size standard for NAICS code 561730. No SBA certification required. Key requirements: CDL-licensed operators, certified heavy equipment operators, competent supervision. Site visit available upon request (must request by October 28, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT). Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work and performance standards in the Statement of Work attachment; (2) Complete list of required licenses, insurance, bonding, and wage determination requirements Next step: Register in SAM.gov if not already registered, then submit your bid by November 2, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC (8:00 AM CST).

What: Landscaping services for the U.S. Embassy in Nassau. 12-month performance period. Full scope and quantities not stated in this advance notice. Buyer: State Department Where: U.S. Embassy Nassau, 235 Shirley Street, PO Box N-8197, Nassau, The Bahamas Deadline: November 4, 2026 Who can bid: Any qualified, responsible business legally licensed to operate in Nassau, The Bahamas. This is full and open competition—large firms may also bid. The Government prefers offers from companies working independently, not through joint ventures or subcontracting arrangements. Key requirements: Must be legally licensed to operate a business in Nassau, The Bahamas. Must register in SAM.gov before submitting your proposal. A pre-quotation conference will be held (date to be announced in the full solicitation). Check before bidding: (1) Complete scope of work and detailed specifications. (2) Date, time, and location of the pre-quotation conference. Next step: This is an advance notice only—bids are not yet open. Watch SAM.gov for the full solicitation. Register in SAM.gov now at https://www.sam.gov.

What: Sod delivery and installation at Houston National Cemetery. This is an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a base period plus 4 option periods. Exact quantity and full scope are in the attached documents. Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs Where: Houston, TX Deadline: October 29, 2026 Who can bid: Only companies certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) through VetCert may bid. Your company must have current SBA certification. Key requirements: Attendance at a site visit on October 19, 2026 at 10 AM behind the main offices in the customer parking area is required. Other requirements are not stated in this notice summary. Check before bidding: (1) Review the complete scope of work and pricing structure in the attachments; (2) Confirm all technical specifications, delivery schedules, and insurance/bonding requirements in the full solicitation documents. Next step: Attend the October 19 site visit, review all attachments, submit any questions to david.hester@va.gov by October 16, 2026, then submit your bid before October 29, 2026.

What: Snow and ice removal management services at Beckley VA Medical Center. Services must maintain safe vehicular and pedestrian access during winter weather, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Full scope and period of performance not stated in this summary. Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs Where: Beckley, West Virginia Deadline: October 27, 2026 Who can bid: Only Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) certified by the SBA VetCert program are eligible to bid. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Complete scope of work and contract duration; (2) Insurance, bonding, and licensing requirements Next step: Obtain the full solicitation documents and submit your bid by October 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM Eastern Time.

What: Snow and ice removal, grounds maintenance, and storm drain cleaning at West Haven VA Medical Center. Covers roadways, 1,507 parking spaces, 12,636 SF of sidewalks and entrances. Up to 50 inches of snow and 5,000 lbs of ice melt per contract year. Services required 24/7 year-round. Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs Where: VA Connecticut Healthcare System, 950 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516 Deadline: October 29, 2026, 10:00 AM Eastern Time Who can bid: Open to small businesses only. Your business must be registered and active in SAM.gov and meet the small business size standard for NAICS 561730 (Landscaping Services; $9.5 million threshold). SBA certification is not required. Key requirements: Field service representative within 200 miles, capable of 2-hour response time. Proper equipment and materials. Certification/training documentation on request. Not stated: bonding, insurance, wage determination, past performance. Check before bidding: Full statement of work details in attachments. Complete equipment and personnel requirements. Site visit procedures and scheduling. Next step: Register in SAM.gov if not already active. Prepare bid with pricing, qualifications, and 2-hour response capability. Submit by deadline.

What: Holiday decoration services for Veterans Affairs facilities. This is an amendment providing a revised Statement of Work and answers to bidder questions. Full scope and quantities not stated in this summary. Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs Where: Location not stated in the notice summary Deadline: October 29, 2026 Who can bid: Any responsible business may bid, including large companies. No preference or restriction based on business size. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Review the full Statement of Work in the attachments to understand exact scope, quantities, and locations. (2) Confirm any insurance, bonding, or performance requirements listed in the complete solicitation documents. Next step: Obtain the full solicitation documents and Statement of Work from the source. Submit your bid by the deadline.

What: Weed control and groundskeeping services at FAA facility in Albuquerque. Scope includes weed removal, lawn mowing, landscaping, tree care, irrigation systems, seasonal cleanup, pest control, and parking lot maintenance. Full scope and details are in the attached statement of work (SOW) with photos. Buyer: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Where: Albuquerque ARTCC, 8000 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 Deadline: December 15, 2026 — this is the deadline to respond to this sources sought notice, not to bid on a contract Who can bid: This is full and open competition. Any responsible business may respond, including large companies. There is no set-aside for small businesses. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Review the complete statement of work (SOW) and photos attached to learn exact tasks, frequency, and performance standards. (2) Confirm whether insurance, bonding, licenses, or past performance documentation are required — these details are likely in the SOW or upcoming RFP. Next step: Email Carey.Gonzalez@FAA.gov and Josh.Haker@FAA.gov with subject line "ZAB Grounds Maintenance-Interested Vendor" plus your company name, point of contact, phone, email, UEI, and a brief capability statement.

What: Garden maintenance at U.S. Embassy properties in Lusaka. Services include lawn care, pruning, leaf removal, watering, pest control, and grounds upkeep. Base year plus four optional one-year periods. Buyer: U.S. Department of State Where: Lusaka, Zambia Deadline: October 31, 2026 Who can bid: Any responsible business may bid. There is no small business set-aside; large businesses may also compete. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full statement of work and detailed scope in the RFQ attachment; (2) Specific location(s) of properties, site visit requirements, and any wage determination or insurance/bonding rules Next step: Monitor SAM.gov and the Embassy Lusaka website for the RFQ posting. Register to receive updates and amendments.

What: Garden maintenance services at six U.S. Government properties in Lusaka. Work includes lawn care, pruning, weeding, leaf and debris removal, watering, and pest control. Contractor provides all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision. Period of performance not stated in the notice summary. Buyer: U.S. Department of State Where: Lusaka, Zambia (six properties) Deadline: November 13, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. CAT (send by email to Lusaka-procurement@state.gov) Who can bid: Any responsible business may bid, including large businesses and foreign firms. There is no set-aside. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work and exact locations of the six properties; (2) Contract period, performance standards, and whether a site visit is required or scheduled Next step: Read the attached RFQ document for full requirements and submission instructions, then email your quotation by the deadline.

What: Snow removal services at Wilmington VAMC. Contract period November 1, 2026 through October 31, 2031 (5 years). Firm fixed price quotes requested for all line items on the attached Schedule of Supplies and Services. Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs Where: Wilmington VAMC Deadline: October 28, 2026 Who can bid: Only Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) certified by SBA VetCert program are eligible to bid. Key requirements: Must be registered in SAM database before award. Contractor must comply with applicable wage and hour laws; wage determinations for Wilmington location apply. Specific submission instructions are in RFQ 36C24427Q0012. Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work and line items on the Schedule of Supplies and Services; (2) Applicable wage determination for Wilmington location. Next step: Review RFQ 36C24427Q0012 at www.acquisition.gov. Verify your SDVOSB VetCert status. Register in SAM if not already registered. Submit quote by October 28, 2026.

What: Holiday decorations for Bay Pines VA Healthcare System. Exact scope, quantities, and performance period not stated in this summary. Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs, Bay Pines VA Healthcare System Where: Bay Pines, Florida (10000 Bay Pines Blvd, Bay Pines, FL 33744) Deadline: October 26, 2026 Who can bid: Only Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA VetCert). Your business must have an owner who is disabled and received a discharge that is not dishonorable. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work, specific holiday decor items needed, quantities, and delivery/installation details in the attachments; (2) Complete performance period and any site visit or access requirements Next step: Watch www.SAM.gov for the full solicitation posting on or about October 15, 2026. Register your business in SAM.gov and confirm your SBA SDVOSB certification before the deadline.

What: Snow removal and de-icing services at one location in Rapid City, SD. One-year contract with four optional one-year renewals. Quantity and full scope not stated in this summary. Buyer: Indian Health Service (Great Plains Area Office-West) Where: 3625 5th St., Rapid City, South Dakota Deadline: October 26, 2026, at 12:00 pm CT Who can bid: Only Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) are eligible. You must be certified as an ISBEE by the Department of the Interior / Indian Affairs. Key requirements: Must provide only new equipment and new parts (no used or refurbished items). Must be registered in SAM.gov with a UEI number and TIN. Three professional references from the past seven years required. Past performance on similar contracts will be evaluated. Check before bidding: (1) Full statement of work and specifications for snow removal services (see attachments); (2) Total contract value and pricing basis for the one-year base period plus option years. Next step: Submit your quote on company letterhead by email to mona.weinman@ihs.gov by October 26, 2026, 12:00 pm CT, including solicitation number 75H70626Q00060, SF1449 form, ISBEE representation form, pricing, and three references.

What: Tree management services to maintain and preserve the Tomah VA Medical Center forest. Scope includes management and maintenance to preserve historic, health, and ecological value, promote biodiversity, and ensure long-term health and safety. Specific scope, quantity, and performance period not stated in this summary. Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs Where: Tomah VA Medical Center (state not stated in summary) Deadline: October 30, 2026 to respond to this Sources Sought notice Who can bid: Any responsible business may respond, including large companies. This is open and full competition with no small-business set-aside. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work and specific tree management tasks required (see Attachment 1); (2) Performance period, contract duration, and whether bonding or insurance is required Next step: Email a capability statement, your SAM UEI number, and contact information to Sonja Freeman at Sonja.freeman@va.gov by October 30, 2026. This is market research only—not a bid.

What: Complete landscaping, grounds, lawn care, and gardening services at U.S. Consulate General Merida, including mowing, edging, trimming, weed control, tree/shrub pruning, leaf and debris removal, irrigation system maintenance, fertilizing, pest control, and planting as directed. Scope details and period of performance not stated in this advance notice. Buyer: U.S. Department of State Where: U.S. Consulate General Merida, Calle 60 Av. Prolongación Paseo Montejo #1, Lote VM 01D, Vía Montejo, Merida, CP 97204, Mexico Deadline: December 28, 2026 Who can bid: Any responsible business may bid, including small and large firms. No preference or set-aside for small businesses. Key requirements: You must register in SAM.gov before submitting your proposal. A site visit and pre-proposal conference will be held (date to be announced). Not stated in the notice summary: bonding, insurance, licenses, wage determination, or past performance requirements. Check before bidding: Full scope of work and contract period (duration of services); date, time, and location of mandatory site visit and pre-proposal conference. Next step: Register your company in SAM.gov now at sam.gov/content/entity-landing. Watch SAM.gov for the formal solicitation document, which will include all details and submission instructions.

What: Sod delivery and installation services at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio, Texas. Base period: December 1, 2026 – November 30, 2027, plus four optional one-year renewals. Minimum guaranteed value: $5,000. Maximum total contract value: $750,000. Buyer: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration Where: Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, TX 78209 Deadline: October 28, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Central Time Who can bid: Only Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA VetCert) are eligible. You must have current SBA VetCert registration. Key requirements: Must register with SAM.gov and complete ORCA before deadline. Must have current SBA VetCert certification. Federal wage determination applies. Site visit offered October 21–22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central (recommended but not required). Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work and sod specifications in Attachment A. (2) Applicable federal wage rates in Attachment B; confirm your labor costs comply. Next step: Email all questions to brian.werner2@va.gov by October 22, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Central. Submit your quote to the same email by October 28, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Central.

What: Grounds maintenance services for Riverside National Cemetery. Full scope, quantities, and performance period not stated in this summary. Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs Where: Riverside, California Deadline: October 27, 2026 Who can bid: Only Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) through VetCert program are eligible to submit proposals. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Review the complete Statement of Work (PWS) and all six amendments to understand the full scope of grounds maintenance required; (2) Confirm all bonding, insurance, licensing, wage determination, and past performance requirements in the complete solicitation documents. Next step: Contact Ralph.Crum@va.gov to obtain the base solicitation and amendments 0001–0006 if you do not have them. Review all documents carefully before submitting questions by October 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST.

What: Snow and ice removal services (all labor, equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, supervision) for safe access to main and annex buildings at Bureau of Engraving and Printing facility. Base year November 20, 2026–November 19, 2027, plus four optional years through November 19, 2031. Buyer: Bureau of Engraving and Printing, US Department of the Treasury Where: District Currency Facility, Washington, DC Deadline: October 30, 2026 Who can bid: Any business registered in SAM.gov that meets the small business size standard for NAICS code 561730 (Landscaping Services). No SBA certification required. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full Performance Work Statement—exact tasks, locations, and service frequency required. (2) Insurance, bonding, and equipment specifications—confirm what the contractor must provide and maintain. Next step: Visit www.sam.gov, download the complete solicitation, and submit your bid by October 30, 2026.

What: Gardening and external grounds maintenance services for the U.S. Consulate General in Sao Paulo. Specific scope, quantity, and performance period not stated in this summary. Buyer: U.S. Department of State Where: Sao Paulo, Brazil Deadline: October 28, 2026 Who can bid: Any responsible business may bid. This contract is open to full and open competition; there is no set-aside for small businesses or other groups. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full statement of work and service requirements in attachments; (2) Performance period and contract duration Next step: Register at SAM.gov if not already registered, then contact Juliana Goncalves by October 19, 2026, to arrange entry for the October 21 pre-quotation site conference.

What: Weed control services for the western side of Kansas City District FAA facilities. Full scope and schedule in Statement of Work (Attachment J-1). Period of performance not stated in this summary. Buyer: Federal Aviation Administration Where: Olathe, Kansas Deadline: November 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time Who can bid: Any business that meets the small business size standard for NAICS code 561730 (Landscaping Services) and is registered in SAM.gov. No SBA certification required. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work and pricing formula in Statement of Work and Attachment J-3; (2) Site visit procedures and dates in Statement of Work Next step: Email questions to marshavia.clark@faa.gov by noon Central Time on October 26, 2026, then submit your bid by the November 6 deadline.

What: Gardening and landscape maintenance for U.S. Embassy Bogotá compound, covering approximately 28,000 square meters (lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, indoor plants, roofs, hard surfaces, and exterior perimeter). Base year plus four one-year options, plus possible 6-month extension. Buyer: U.S. Department of State Where: Bogotá, Colombia Deadline: October 29, 2026 Who can bid: Any responsible business may bid. There is no set-aside; this is open to large and small companies. Key requirements: Registration in SAM (System for Award Management) at time of proposal submission. Site walkthrough required during RFP process. Firm fixed-price contract. Other requirements not stated in this summary. Check before bidding: Full Statement of Work with detailed performance standards and specifications; complete list of all required insurance, bonding, licenses, and any applicable wage determinations. Next step: Obtain complete RFP documents. Conduct site walkthrough. Register in SAM at sam.gov. Mail written offer to contracting office by deadline.