Vegetative Watering Services

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a subcontractor to provide watering services for newly installed vegetation along roadway right-of-way areas to ensure plant survival and adherence to established landscaping specifications. This contract falls under NAICS code 561730, indicating classification within landscaping services, and is intended to support the long-term viability of vegetative installations completed as part of transportation infrastructure projects. The work must be performed in Grimes, Texas, with all services required to meet state-mandated standards for erosion control, aesthetic integration, and environmental compliance. The solicitation was posted on June 1, 2026, with the response deadline set for the same date, suggesting an expedited or internal award process. Although no set-aside designation or point of contact is provided, the contract is explicitly structured as a subcontract, meaning the successful bidder will operate under the primary contractor’s oversight. Documentation related to the contract, including detailed plans and specifications, is accessible through the Texas DOT’s public FTP site, which hosts construction plans for June 2026 projects. Watering schedules, water source logistics, and performance metrics tied to vegetation survival rates are implied as critical components of service delivery, though specific metrics are not outlined in the provided data.