Groundskeeping

The Department of Veterans Affairs (Network Contracting Office 6) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive grounds‑keeping services for the Durham VA Medical Center and associated facilities. The scope includes routine mowing, edging, irrigation support, aeration, leaf and debris removal, tree pruning, shrub and hedge trimming, mulching, fertilization, organic weed control, seasonal planting, snow and ice removal, and emergency storm clean‑up over a one‑year base period (11/01/2026 – 10/31/2027). The contract will be awarded on a fixed‑price, task‑order basis with multiple line‑items covering monthly, quarterly, and as‑needed services. The contractor must supply labor, equipment, materials (e.g., mulch, organic fertilizers, de‑icing agents), and coordinate with VA staff for site access, utility shutdowns, and quality‑control oversight. No on‑site storage is provided; the contractor must manage equipment staging and daily debris disposal. • Location: Durham VA Medical Center, VA (Hampton address for contracting office) • Contract period: 11‑01‑2026 to 10‑31‑2027 (12 months) • Services: Mowing, edging, irrigation watering, aeration, leaf removal, trash & debris removal, tree pruning, shrub/hedge trimming, mulching, fertilization, weed control, snow/ice removal, storm clean‑up, seasonal planting, plant‑bed maintenance • Frequency: Weekly‑bi‑weekly mowing (seasonal), monthly turf maintenance, annual tree/shrub work, as‑needed snow/ice and storm response • Deliverables: Daily debris removal (Mon‑Fri), 24/7 snow/ice standby, quality‑control via VA COR, on‑site coordination for utility work • Pricing: Fixed‑price line items; snow/ice removal billed per occurrence • No on‑site storage; contractor provides all equipment and materials • Submission deadline: 12 pm EDT, 12‑Oct‑2026