Landscaping/Groundskeeping Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Office Acquisition Management, is seeking Landscaping and Groundskeeping Services for its Aviation Operations Center (AOC) Facility in Fort Worth, TX. This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for comprehensive grounds maintenance on approximately 2.66 landscaped acres. This procurement is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotations are due by July 15, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide full-spectrum grounds maintenance, including:
- Routine Ground Maintenance: Mowing, raking, edging, trimming, pruning, trash/litter removal, and maintenance of curbs, walkways, entrances, landing zones, and paved areas.
- Plant Care: Fertilization of lawns, seeding, sodding, soil maintenance, and upkeep of seasonal color beds.
- Irrigation Systems: Maintenance and repairs for sprinkler and irrigation systems, including winterization and start-up.
- Quality Control & Performance: Adherence to specific quality control measures and performance standards outlined in Attachment V (Quality Control Report Form) and Attachment VI (Performance Requirement Summary), which detail tasks, standards (e.g., "Grass cut & trimmed to uniform height," "95% neat & clean"), acceptable quality levels, and monitoring methods (random and annual inspections).
- Site-Specific Regulations: Compliance with Alliance Airport Association Landscaping Regulations (Attachment IV), which mandate a "ranch-like" aesthetic, use of native plants, automatic underground irrigation, and specific requirements for various landscape areas, screening, and fencing. Attachment III (AOC MAP) provides the detailed landscape plan.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price purchase order.
- Period of Performance: A base year from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027, followed by four (4) option years.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Questions Due: July 02, 2026, 9:00 AM EST.
- Mandatory Site Visit: June 25, 2026. Attendance is required for quotation submission.
- Quotation Submittal Deadline: July 15, 2026, 9:00 AM EST.
- Published Date: June 10, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotations must be submitted electronically and on an "all or none" basis; alternate quotes will not be accepted. Bidders must complete and submit various forms, including the Pricing Worksheet (Attachment VIII), which is critical for financial evaluation. Evaluation will consider both technical factors and price, with technical factors (Corporate Capability, Technical Approach/Understanding, Staffing Approach, Past Performance) and past performance combined being more important than price. Award will be made to the most advantageous, responsive, and responsible quoter.
Additional Notes
Bidders should be aware that personnel may need to complete a Facility Access Request Form (Attachment VII) for access to DEA facilities, indicating potential background check requirements. Attachments I and II provide detailed information on the sprinkler system, crucial for understanding irrigation scope and technical requirements.