Landscaping Government Contracts in Kentucky
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Kentucky.
Market Intelligence —
Landscaping in Kentucky
Federal Landscaping Services procurement in Kentucky funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 31% of the state's 16 opportunities as of Q2 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Warsaw, Buckhorn — account for 75% of statewide activity across 5 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, Unknown is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
In Kentucky's Landscaping Services sector, Unknown dominates with 5 active opportunities (31% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Warsaw at 4 and Buckhorn at 3. The relatively close race between top cities indicates a competitive market where ranking shifts are common as new solicitations post. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
Two agencies shape Kentucky's Landscaping Services market: Department of the Army leads at 57% of awards, with Department of Veterans Affairs at 36%. Together they represent 93% of the state's 225 recorded contract actions and $34.7M in total spending. Winning with either agency provides the past-performance foundation to compete for the other's work. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — HANGAR 4 SERVICES, LLC., BURLESON LAWN CARE LLC, TOWN CREEK LLC — hold 72% 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
Kentucky has 16 open landscaping contract opportunities as of 2026-06-02, with 1 likely recompete identified. Top markets include Unknown, Warsaw, Buckhorn.
16
Open Opportunities
1
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Army
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Landscaping in Kentucky
Emerging activity: 2 new landscaping in kentucky opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $1.1M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 69% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
1 incumbent-held contract is approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $21.1M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 72% 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 | S208--Landscaping, Ice and Snow Removal | Louisville | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249) | Jun 5, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 73 | S208--Landscaping, Ice and Snow Removal | Louisville | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | Jun 15, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 67 | Capital Region Mowing Belton, Georgetown, Stillhouse Hollow lake, Texas | Belton | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTHWESTERN.W076 ENDIST FT WORTH | — | SBA |
| 63 | Markland Locks & Dam Mowing Services Contract | Warsaw | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST LOUISVILLE.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | — | SBA |
| 61 | Mowing and Herbicide at McAlpine Lock and Dam | Louisville | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST LOUISVILLE.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | May 1, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Markland LD Mowing | Warsaw | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST LOUISVILLE.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | Apr 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Markland LD Mowing | Warsaw | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST LOUISVILLE.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | Apr 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 59 | Rough River Boundary Line Maintenance | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.USACE.LRD.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | — | SBA |
| 55 | Carr Creek Lake Herbicide Contract (2025 only) | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.USACE.LRD.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | — | SBA |
| 54 | W912QR26DA025 - Buckhorn Lake Drift Removal | Buckhorn | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST LOUISVILLE.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | — | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Public Buildings Service | KING & GEORGE, LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
Across Kentucky, landscaping opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 16 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Warsaw, Buckhorn.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Army | 129 | $29.3M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 80 | $4.4M |
| National Park Service | 8 | $809K |
| National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 7 | $98K |
| Forest Service | 1 | $54K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Kentucky
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 5 |
| Warsaw | 4 |
| Buckhorn | 3 |
| Louisville | 3 |
| Belton | 1 |
| Lexington | 0 |
| London | 0 |
| Frankfort | 0 |
| Campbellsville | 0 |
| Big Creek | 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 Kentucky?
Kentucky has 16 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 Kentucky?
Unknown, Warsaw, Buckhorn are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top landscaping contractors in Kentucky?
The leading incumbent vendors include HANGAR 4 SERVICES, LLC., BURLESON LAWN CARE LLC, TOWN CREEK LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do landscaping contracts come up for rebid in Kentucky?
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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