Landscaping Government Contracts in Illinois
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Illinois.
Market Intelligence —
Landscaping in Illinois
Across Illinois's 8 cities with active Landscaping Services procurement in Q3 2026, three markets stand out: Springfield, Unknown, Aurora together capture 68% of 50 statewide opportunities. With Springfield at 26%, the market is concentrated enough to reward geographic specialization but distributed enough that secondary markets remain viable for contractors building a Illinois presence.
The top Landscaping Services markets in Illinois as of Q3 2026 are: Springfield (13 opportunities, 26% of state activity); Unknown (12 opportunities, 24% of state activity); Aurora (9 opportunities, 18% of state activity). Springfield leads by a factor of 1.1× 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 6 opportunities per city across 8 markets.
Illinois's Landscaping Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of Veterans Affairs and Rural Housing Service together account for 67% of all awards worth $31.2M 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 74% 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 $148.4M 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 Veterans Affairs 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 2026-08-31, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Springfield, Unknown, Aurora.
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Open Opportunities
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Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Springfield
Top City
Key Insights —
Landscaping in Illinois
Majority small-business: 100% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $148.4M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 74% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Award Notice for Mowing and Grounds Maintenance SATOC IDIQ at Lake Shelbyville, Illinois, for the U.S Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.USACE.MVD.W07V ENDIST ST LOUIS | — | SBA |
| 67 | Grounds Maintenance Services for Multiple Sites in Illinois | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC FT MCCOY (RC) | — | EDWOSB |
| 63 | Grounds Maintenance Services | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC FT MCCOY (RC) | — | SBA |
| 63 | LOCK and DAM HERBICIDE AND PESTICIDE APLICATION | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.USACE.LRD.W072 ENDIST CHICAGO | — | SBA |
| 63 | Synopsis of a sole source SDVOSB award as authorized by statute and in accordance with 48 CFR sections 81.7008. Grounds Maintenance Service for a Bridge Contract at Rock Island National Cemetery -- S208 | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | — | SDVOSBS |
| 63 | Mowing & Trimming Services at Thomson Causeway Recreation Area | Thomson | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION MISSISSIPPI VALLEY.ENDIST ROCK ISLAND.W07V ENDIST ROCK ISLAND | — | SBA |
| 63 | Quincy Rec Area Mowing and Custodial Services | Quincy | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION MISSISSIPPI VALLEY.ENDIST ROCK ISLAND.W07V ENDIST ROCK ISLAND | — | SBA |
| 63 | Grounds Maintenance Services at IL177(MS) - Four (4) Locations in Illinois | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC FT MCCOY (RC) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 63 | Grounds Maintenance Services at Rock Island National Cemetery -- S208 | Rock Island | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | Ground Maintenance Services - FEMA Region 5 | Aurora | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.REGION 5 : EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS A | Jul 18, 2026 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | NORESCO, LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | BLUE PACIFIC JV LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | RIVERTECH LLC | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 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, Aurora.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 100 | $11.6M |
| Rural Housing Service | 48 | $274K |
| Department of the Army | 45 | $9.2M |
| Department of the Navy | 15 | $9.9M |
| Public Buildings Service | 14 | $293K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Illinois
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Springfield | 13 |
| Unknown | 12 |
| Aurora | 9 |
| Rock Island | 5 |
| Quincy | 4 |
| Champaign | 3 |
| Thomson | 3 |
| Chicago | 1 |
| Batavia | 0 |
| Great Lakes | 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 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, Aurora 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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