Grounds Maintenance
Agency
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE.USDA ARS AFM APD
Location
Tallahassee, FL
Florida
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Service / NAICS
Landscaping Services
NAICS 561730
Set-Aside
SBA
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE.USDA ARS AFM APD involves landscaping services in Tallahassee, Florida. This is a SBA set-aside procurement. The response deadline was May 18, 2026.
Contract Description
Description - This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0596 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Grounds Maintenance. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 561730 The small business size standard is $9.5M This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. The USDA, ARS, in Tallahassee, FL has a new requirement for grounds maintenance. Service Required: Mowing o...
Timeline
Posted Date
May 5, 2026
Response Deadline
May 18, 2026
Deadline passed
What Contractors Should Know
This is a SBA set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
This falls under Landscaping Services (NAICS 561730), one of the core federal facilities and operational service categories.
Work will be performed in Tallahassee, Florida. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required SBA certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Florida
- ✓You have direct experience in landscaping services
- ✓You have worked with AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE.USDA ARS AFM APD before
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this SBA contract?
This opportunity requires SBA certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE.USDA ARS AFM APD contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of May 18, 2026.
Are there other federal contract opportunities in Florida?
Yes. RecompeteIQ tracks federal contract opportunities across Florida, including active solicitations and upcoming recompetes. Visit our Florida contracts page for a full list of current opportunities in this area.
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