# Air Force Seeks Grounds Maintenance at Eielson AFB

The Department of the Air Force is conducting market research with a site visit scheduled for October 15, 2026, at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska to explore procurement options for comprehensive grounds maintenance services. This contract will cover a wide range of landscaping and grounds upkeep activities across various types of terrain including improved, semi-improved, unimproved, and airfield grounds. The research aims to engage qualified landscaping and grounds maintenance firms to better understand market capabilities and prepare for an upcoming solicitation.

- The contract scope includes mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, irrigation, fertilization, lawn repair, pruning, debris removal, pest control, tree care, emergency tree and stump removal, and special cuts.
- Procurement professionals should note the October 15, 2026 site visit as a key engagement opportunity to gather detailed requirements and clarify contract expectations.
- Landscaping and grounds maintenance companies with relevant certifications and experience are encouraged to participate to position themselves for future bidding.
- This initiative reflects the Air Force's ongoing commitment to maintaining operational readiness and safety through effective base grounds management, highlighting opportunities in federal facilities maintenance contracting.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 28, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of the Air Force

### Sources
- [Comprehensive Grounds Maintenance Services Market Research at Eielson Air Force Base](https://app.govly.com/opportunities/17175752) - SAM