How to bid on West Texas Embankment Mowing Services for the DEPT of the Army

What the agency is buying

The Department of the Army is seeking services for flood control embankment and levee mowing and trimming at Hords Creek, OC Fisher, and Proctor Lakes in Texas. This work will be ordered as needed through individual task orders. A key requirement is that all equipment used for mowing on dam embankments and levees must be certified by the manufacturer or a registered professional engineer to operate safely on slopes up to a 27-degree angle of incline.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 22, 2026. All offers must be submitted electronically through the PIEE Solicitation Module by August 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time. Be aware that this is 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

A site visit is planned for this opportunity. Details regarding the date, time, and location of the site visit will be provided in the full solicitation documents.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. The relevant NAICS code is 561730, which covers Landscape Architectural Services, with a size standard of $9.5 million. This bid is suitable for firms specializing in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or similar services, especially those with experience and certified equipment for working on sloped terrain like embankments and levees.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation details and prepare your response, you will need to view the original source on the portal. You may need to click the 'View original source' link twice if the first click takes you to the portal's homepage. While some documents may be viewable without an account, you might need a free account to access all necessary documents for many bids.

Offers must be submitted electronically via the PIEE Solicitation Module. Ensure you have all required attachments and information ready before the submission deadline.

Tips for a competitive response

Given the specific requirement for equipment certification, ensure your proposal clearly addresses how your equipment meets the safety standards for operating on a 27-degree incline. Provide documentation of manufacturer or professional engineer certification.

Since services will be ordered via task orders, demonstrate your capacity to respond to as-needed requests efficiently. Highlight your experience with similar on-demand service contracts. Attend the planned site visit if possible, as this can provide valuable insights into the scope of work and site-specific conditions, helping you to formulate a more accurate and competitive quote.