How to bid on MBTA landscaping services for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

What the MBTA is buying

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority is seeking contractors to provide landscaping services across the MBTA. This is an RFP in the facilities category, listed for Boston, Massachusetts.

Deadline and submission timing

The solicitation was published October 14, 2026. Quotes are due November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.

Plan to follow the submission directions in the bid documents and allow time to complete the electronic submission before the deadline.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit landscaping contractors able to provide services across the MBTA. Review the full bid documents to determine whether the requested work matches your firm’s services and capacity.

How to access and respond

Open the full solicitation, BD-27-1206-MBTA-MBTA-134477, on COMMBUYS. Viewing the bid and downloading its documents do not require an account.

To submit a quote electronically, register for a free COMMBUYS vendor account. Otherwise, follow the submission directions in the bid. The solicitation lists Mellissa O'Connor as the point of contact at [email protected].

Prepare a clear, competitive response

Read the full bid documents and quoting instructions before preparing your response. Use the requested format and address each item the solicitation asks for.

Explain how your firm will provide the landscaping services, and check that your quote is complete and internally consistent. Submit with time to spare so you can confirm the response was received before the deadline.