Landscaping Government Contracts in South Dakota
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across South Dakota.
Market Intelligence —
Landscaping in South Dakota
In Q2 2026, South Dakota has 14 active Landscaping Services opportunities distributed across 4 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Fort Thompson commands 50% of all activity. Fort Thompson, Hot Springs, Rapid City together hold 93% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering South Dakota's Landscaping Services market should treat Fort Thompson as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
In South Dakota's Landscaping Services sector, Fort Thompson dominates with 7 active opportunities (50% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Hot Springs at 4 and Rapid City at 2. The 1.8× gap between first and second place signals that Fort Thompson has structural advantages — likely driven by proximity to major federal facilities or defense installations. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
In South Dakota, Landscaping Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Department of Veterans Affairs (33%) and Department of the Army (30%). With 63% of 57 total awards between them and $9.3M in obligated spending, these agencies define the competitive landscape. Contractors should align their capability statements and teaming strategies to these agencies' acquisition preferences. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — VIKING BROS LLC, MID DAKOTA VEGETATION MANAGEMENT, LLC, EMBASSY LAWN AND LANDSCAPING, INC. — hold 75% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
South Dakota has 14 open landscaping contract opportunities as of 2026-04-15, with 0 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Fort Thompson, Hot Springs, Rapid City.
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Open Opportunities
0
Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Fort Thompson
Top City
Key Insights —
Landscaping in South Dakota
Emerging activity: 2 new landscaping in south dakota opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $88K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 64% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 75% of recent awards across 5 tracked contractors.
Computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68 | Noxious Weed Spraying at Big Bend, SD | Fort Thompson | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST OMAHA.W071 ENDIST OMAHA | Mar 19, 2026 | SBA |
| 63 | Recreation Areas Cleaning at Big Bend, SD | Fort Thompson | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST OMAHA.W071 ENDIST OMAHA | Mar 12, 2026 | — |
| 59 | Noxious Weed Spraying at Big Bend, SD | Fort Thompson | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST OMAHA.W071 ENDIST OMAHA | — | SBA |
| 59 | CB CW Vegetation Control Noxious Weeds | Hot Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST OMAHA.W071 ENDIST OMAHA | Mar 25, 2026 | SBA |
| 52 | Snow Removal and De-Icing Services for the Rapid City Great Plains Area Office (West), Rapid City, South Dakota. | Rapid City | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE.GREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC | Feb 2, 2026 | — |
| 52 | Snow Removal and De-Icing Services for the Rapid City Great Plains Area Office (West), Rapid City, South Dakota. | Rapid City | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE.GREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC | Feb 2, 2026 | — |
| 52 | Sources Sought - Ellsworth AFB Grounds Maintenance IDIQ | Ellsworth AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE GLOBAL STRIKE COMMAND.FA4690 28 CONS PKC | Feb 14, 2026 | — |
| — | CB CW Vegetation Control Noxious Weeds | Hot Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST OMAHA.W071 ENDIST OMAHA | Mar 25, 2026 | SBA |
| — | Noxious Weed Spraying at Big Bend, SD | Fort Thompson | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST OMAHA.W071 ENDIST OMAHA | Mar 19, 2026 | SBA |
| — | Noxious Weed Spraying at Big Bend, SD | Fort Thompson | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST OMAHA.W071 ENDIST OMAHA | Mar 19, 2026 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
No recompete candidates identified for South Dakota yet. | |||||
Across South Dakota, landscaping opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 14 active opportunities. Top cities include Fort Thompson, Hot Springs, Rapid City.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 19 | $483K |
| Department of the Army | 17 | $1.9M |
| Department of Energy | 8 | $1.2M |
| Department of the Air Force | 7 | $3.8M |
| Forest Service | 6 | $2.0M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in South Dakota
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Fort Thompson | 7 |
| Hot Springs | 4 |
| Rapid City | 2 |
| Ellsworth AFB | 1 |
| Unknown | 0 |
| Interior | 0 |
| Custer | 0 |
| Sioux Falls | 0 |
| Sisseton | 0 |
| Aberdeen | 0 |
How We Rank These
We score each opportunity on a 0–100 scale using six transparent factors: service fit, contract value, timing urgency, geographic relevance, competition level, and agency buying appetite. Data sourced from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov, refreshed daily.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many landscaping contracts are there in South Dakota?
South Dakota has 14 active federal landscaping opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for landscaping contracts in South Dakota?
Fort Thompson, Hot Springs, Rapid City are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top landscaping contractors in South Dakota?
The leading incumbent vendors include VIKING BROS LLC, MID DAKOTA VEGETATION MANAGEMENT, LLC, EMBASSY LAWN AND LANDSCAPING, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do landscaping contracts come up for rebid in South Dakota?
Most landscaping contracts follow 30–48 month cycles. The "Recompetes" section shows contracts estimated to be recompeted within the next 12 months based on historical award patterns.
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