Landscaping Services for the U.S. Consulate General Guadalajara

Background
The U.S. Consulate General in Guadalajara is seeking to acquire landscaping services for its compound. The goal of the contract is to maintain the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the landscaping and irrigation systems, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The contract aims to promote sustainability in water usage while providing a safe environment.

Work Details
The contractor will perform a variety of landscaping services including:
1) Regular maintenance tasks such as mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, weed control, fertilization, mulching, and plant health monitoring.
2) Seasonal enhancements like plant replacement and seasonal blooms.
3) Irrigation system maintenance involving routine inspections and testing of components such as sprinklers and valves.
4) Cleanup and protection measures to maintain cleanliness during operations.

The contractor must provide all necessary gardening supplies and equipment.

Period of Performance
The contract will be for a one-year period from the date of award with two optional one-year extensions.

Place of Performance
U.S. Consulate General Guadalajara Compound, Mexico.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must have a minimum of four personnel available for service execution, demonstrate local presence for emergency response within 24 hours, submit at least two past performance referrals relevant to landscaping services, and ensure all workers are registered with the local social security organization (IMSS). Additionally, bidders must provide evidence of required insurance coverage.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
The prior contract 19MX3025C0002 awarded to Duty (valued at $105,430 for 07/23/25–09/30/25) for “GDL-ICASS-LANDSCAPING SERVICES USCG-FY25” appears to be a confirmed incumbent effort supporting landscaping services at the U.S. Consulate General Guadalajara compound. The scope described in the current solicitation—routine landscaping maintenance (mowing, trimming, pruning, weed control, fertilization/mulching), seasonal plant work, and irrigation system inspections/testing—matches the type of services typically performed under an ICASS landscaping requirement and suggests continuity of the same facility support function.