Opportunity
CanadaBuys #27-314357
Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Services for Embassy of Canada in Rome, Italy
Posted
August 24, 2026
Respond By
September 26, 2026
Identifier
27-314357
NAICS
561730
This opportunity seeks professional landscaping and grounds maintenance services for the Embassy of Canada in Rome, Italy, managed by Global Affairs Canada (Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development). - Government Buyer: - Global Affairs Canada (Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development) - Embassy of Canada to Italy - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive landscaping and grounds maintenance for two properties: - Official Residence (Villa Grandi): approx. 22,000 m² - Chancery (Villa Grazioli): approx. 6,400 m² - Services include: - Lawn mowing, pruning, pest control, fountain and aquatic system maintenance - Seasonal planting, tennis court and vegetable garden care - Irrigation system inspection, compost management, waste removal - Specialized tasks such as protected palm tree treatment - On-demand services for minor repairs, plant/tree removal or replacement - Requirements: - Contractor must provide all qualified personnel, equipment, and eco-friendly materials - Compliance with Italian health, safety, and environmental standards - Submission of annual maintenance plans and reports - Mandatory site visit for bidders - Contract Details: - Initial period: 2 years - Up to 3 additional one-year option periods (total possible duration: 5 years) - Annual rate adjustments based on Italy's Consumer Price Index (CPI) - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are named, as this is a service contract.
Description
The Government of Canada is soliciting proposals for landscaping and grounds maintenance services for two properties in Rome, Italy: The Official Residence (Villa Grandi) and The Chancery (Villa Grazioli). The contract duration is 24 months starting approximately November 1, 2026. The services include maintaining the appearance and health of the grounds, covering approximately 22,000 m² and 6,400 m² respectively, with all personnel, materials, supervision, tools, and equipment provided by the contractor. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for September 15, 2026, and offers must be submitted electronically by September 26, 2026.