Landscaping Government Contracts in Illinois
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Illinois.
Market Intelligence —
Landscaping in Illinois
In Q2 2026, Illinois has 45 Landscaping Services opportunities spread across 10 cities, making it one of the more geographically distributed markets in this sector. Springfield leads with 24% share, but Springfield, Unknown, Rock Island together account for just 56%. Contractors can build a statewide pipeline without the winner-take-all dynamics seen in more concentrated state markets.
The top Landscaping Services markets in Illinois as of Q2 2026 are: Springfield (11 opportunities, 24% of state activity); Unknown (9 opportunities, 20% of state activity); Rock Island (5 opportunities, 11% of state activity). Springfield leads by a factor of 1.2× over the second-ranked city, Unknown, though the gap between top markets is narrow enough that competitive dynamics shift quarter to quarter. The statewide average is 5 opportunities per city across 10 markets.
Illinois's Landscaping Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of Veterans Affairs and Rural Housing Service together account for 66% of all awards worth $29.8M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in Illinois must build relationships with both to access the majority of contract dollars. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — CHALLENGE UNLIMITED, INC., LANDER GROUP LLC, MIKE VIGARS — hold 76% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
The recompete pipeline across Illinois shows 3 Landscaping Services contracts approaching renewal, valued at an estimated $81.8M combined. Notably, 100% of these carry high takeover signals — a rate that suggests systemic dissatisfaction with incumbent performance or deliberate agency strategies to rotate vendors. Department of the Army drives the largest concentration of recompete activity, making it the key agency for contractors positioning for contract takeover.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Illinois has 50 open landscaping contract opportunities as of 2026-05-30, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Springfield, Unknown, Rock Island.
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Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Springfield
Top City
Key Insights —
Landscaping in Illinois
Steady activity: 6 new landscaping in illinois opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $4.9M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 98% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $81.8M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 76% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | Weed Control Services ORD MDW DPA | Chicago | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.697DCK REGIONAL ACQUISITIONS SVCS | Mar 11, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | Grounds Maintenance Services- Chicago ARTCC, Aurora, IL | Aurora | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.697DCK REGIONAL ACQUISITIONS SVCS | Mar 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | Camp Butler National Cemetery National Shrine Project 806-NSP25-004 | Springfield | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | Jun 8, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 73 | Camp Butler National Cemetery National Shrine Project 806-NSP25-004 | Springfield | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | Jun 8, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 73 | Camp Butler National Cemetery National Shrine Project 806-NSP25-004 | Springfield | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | Jun 8, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 73 | Camp Butler National Cemetery – National Shrine Project 806-NSP25-004 | Springfield | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | Jun 8, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 73 | Camp Butler National Cemetery – National Shrine Project 806-NSP25-004 | Springfield | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | Jun 8, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 73 | Camp Butler National Cemetery – National Shrine Project 806-NSP25-004 | Springfield | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | Jun 8, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 71 | 36C78626D50017 Grounds Maintenance for Ft. Sheridan National Cemetery -- S208 | North Chicago | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 71 | 36C78626D50017 Grounds Maintenance for Ft. Sheridan National Cemetery -- S208 | North Chicago | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | — | SDVOSBC |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | CITADEL FEDERAL SOLUTIONS LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SIX MILE, LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | TUNISTA LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS, LLC | Jan 13, 2026 – May 13, 2026 | high |
Across Illinois, landscaping opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Springfield, Unknown, Rock Island.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 91 | $10.2M |
| Rural Housing Service | 48 | $274K |
| Department of the Army | 45 | $9.2M |
| Department of the Navy | 15 | $9.9M |
| Public Buildings Service | 13 | $288K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Illinois
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Springfield | 11 |
| Unknown | 9 |
| Rock Island | 5 |
| North Chicago | 4 |
| Quincy | 4 |
| Champaign | 3 |
| Thomson | 3 |
| Chicago | 2 |
| Aurora | 2 |
| Alton | 2 |
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 Illinois?
Illinois has 50 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 Illinois?
Springfield, Unknown, Rock Island are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top landscaping contractors in Illinois?
The leading incumbent vendors include CHALLENGE UNLIMITED, INC., LANDER GROUP LLC, MIKE VIGARS. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do landscaping contracts come up for rebid in Illinois?
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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