Landscaping and Irrigation Bid Requests are Growing

Snow and ice still on the ground, freezing temperatures, wintry forecasts, and the calendar reminding us we just entered February, it may seem premature to discuss landscaping, irrigation, lawn care, mowing services, and those topics usually reserved for more temperate times. However, with history being the teacher, now is exactly the time to review requests for these services.

As a matter to note, of the 1,907 bid requests we identified in the past 12 months, there were 986 bids, a full 51.7% were submitted from February through May of 2015. March had the highest total with 277! If you need another example of why now is the time to act, at this moment, there are 146 active requests specifically for “landscaping” services. With more to come… *glances at calendar*.

Month by month activity for past 12 mos:

Due to the advancements being used by public sector entities in procurement technology and other methods streamlining the purchasing process, you and I already know that timeframes are shrinking for bid publish to award of contract. You know better than I how competitive this market, the pursuit of new business, is in most parts of the United States and Canada.

Other data related to this topic:

As you just reviewed, the projects, jobs, requests are out there, the locations are varied, and you understand now is the time. Reference the graph earlier, the number of requests is already on the uptick. Will the rise continue? Based on my research and analysis, I predict, “yes”. Right now, 146 requests, and the clock is ticking on pursuing the work that could be a game changer for your business.

Sample Active Bids/RFPs

Landscaping and Irrigation

Sample active bids / RFPs

To review these bids, look at the actual bid requirements, and to compare your current bid service, contact us at 888.808.5356 or visit BidPrime.