How to bid on Gardening Services for the Consulate Building and 3 Barker Road Compound in Hong Kong for the Department of State

What the agency is buying

The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau needs gardening services for its consulate office building and the 3 Barker Road Compound in Hong Kong. This will be a firm fixed-price contract with an anticipated term of 12 months. This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in landscape maintenance and gardening services.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 14, 2026. All offers must be submitted by September 22, 2026, at 12:00 AM ET. The government may award the contract based on initial offers without further discussion, so ensure your submission is complete and competitive from the start. A site visit is planned; details for the date and time are in the solicitation.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is for businesses experienced in providing comprehensive gardening and landscape maintenance services. Firms with a proven track record in facilities maintenance, particularly for commercial or institutional properties, would be well-suited. All responsible sources may submit an offer.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click leads to the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view the documents.

Offers must be submitted electronically to [email protected]. Ensure your email does not contain “zip, exe or dat” files, and each transmission's file size does not exceed 10MB. Alternatively, you can mail your offer to the contracting office listed in the notice. All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to submitting an offer.

Tips for a competitive response

Since the government may award the contract based on initial offers, it is crucial to submit a thorough and well-prepared proposal. Clearly outline your experience with similar gardening and landscape maintenance projects. Provide a detailed breakdown of your proposed services and how they meet the consulate's requirements.

Pay close attention to the site visit details in the solicitation. Attending the site visit can provide valuable insights into the scope of work and help you tailor a more accurate and competitive bid. Ensure your SAM registration is active and up-to-date before the submission deadline.