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Right-of-Way Maintenance Services
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Right-of-Way Maintenance Services Global Overview
Definition
Summary
The right-of-way (ROW) maintenance services market comprises large, midsize, and small firms that perform maintenance services for buyers, such as government entities, private businesses, and property managers. Suppliers provide ROW clearing, maintenance, and vegetation control for roadways, railways, and utilities.
This Report Includes:
- Right-Of-Way Clearing
- Right-Of-Way Maintenance
- Vegetation Control for Roadways, Railways and Utilities
Not in this Report:
- Landscape Design Services
- Highway Construction Services
Global Right-of-Way Maintenance Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Right-of-Way Maintenance Services market.
Warning Trends
Public sector demand slumps as the government enters shutdown
- On October 1, the US federal government entered a shutdown after negotiations for a new appropriations bill failed.
- During a government shutdown, essential federal government operations, such as law enforcement, air-traffic control, and social security, persist, while nonessential operations are paused and workers involved in these operations are furloughed. Thus, the current shutdown is expected to result in 750,000 federal workers being furloughed, representing a $400 million reduction in daily expenditure by the federal government.
- This significant reduction in federal spending and operations will affect the entire US economy, weakening aggregate demand and slowing economic growth. For example, the 35-day government shutdown in Q1, 2019, reduced aggregate demand in both the public and private sectors, resulting in a 0.2% reduction in GDP growth that quarter.
- The effects of the shutdown are likely to be most acute in markets where the public sector is a major buyer segment, weakening demand and increasing average vendor risk by destabilizing important revenue streams.
- As negotiations for a new appropriations bill to reopen the government remain ongoing, ProcurementIQ will continue to monitor the situation and update this story with the latest information.
Tariffs to negatively impact the building and construction machinery sector
- The Trump Administration’s reciprocal tariffs, which apply general tariff rate increases to most countries the United States trades with, are set to take effect on August 7, after the administration finalized the national rates on August 1. As a result, leading sources of imported construction machinery face significantly higher tariff rates, including Japan (15.0%), Mexico (25.0%), South Korea (15.0%), the European Union (15.0%), the United Kingdom (10.0%), China (54.0%), and Canada (35.0%).
- The increase in tariffs on building and construction machinery imported from tariff-impacted countries will add to the price of imports, which are typically passed on to buyers in the form of higher prices. According to The Budget Lab at Yale, the additional tariffs on imports will increase overall prices for machinery and equipment by 13.3%.
- Additionally, the administration has already implemented 50.0% tariffs on all aluminum and steel imported into the United States, with the sole exception of imports from the United Kingdom. These tariffs will increase input costs even for construction machinery suppliers with domestic manufacturing operations.
- According to an April 2025 survey from Construction Equipment Magazine, around half of the respondents reported that the higher tariffs will increase operating costs by up to 15.0%, and more than half said they plan to pass those increases along to buyers.
- As many building and construction machinery brands source parts and components such as steel, engines, and electronics from foreign countries, higher tariff rates will put upward pressure on prices and lead to greater rental rates as manufacturers and dealers pass on costs. In addition, suppliers that source parts from tariff-affected regions may see supply chain disruptions as they seek alternative suppliers to mitigate tariff impacts.
Global Right-of-Way Maintenance Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 China | 13,855 |
| #2 Europe | 9,245 |
| #3 United States | 6,000 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of Right-of-Way Maintenance Services
United States
2026 Market Pricing$1.06 to $XX.XX
per footAverage Price
Prices in the Right-of-Way Maintenance Services market range from $1.06 to $XX.XX, depending on Scope of Services, Number of Acres, Frequency of Maintenance and Service Location. For example, lower prices are associated with Standardized services (ROW clearing), whereas higher prices are associated with Add-on services.
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Right-of-Way Maintenance Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Right-of-Way Maintenance Services market, prices in the US have grown 1.8% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
United States (2022-2025)
United States (2025-2028)
Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Right-of-Way Maintenance Services
Total cost of ownership is Medium in the Right-of-Way Maintenance Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs.
Negotiated Before
Customization
Billed During
Labor
Disposal
Depreciation
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -0.8 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Chemical Product Manufacturers
- Truck Manufacturers
- Gasoline & Petroleum Wholesalers
- Tractors & Agricultural Machinery Manufacturers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Petrochemical Manufacturers
- Automobile Engine & Parts Manufacturers
- Gasoline & Petroleum Bulk Stations Firms
- Engine Manufacturers
Biggest Right-of-Way Maintenance Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Right-of-Way Maintenance Services vendors by revenue in the US are The Townsend Corporation, Aerial Solutions Inc. and DeAngelo Contracting Services LLC. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asplundh Tree Expert, Llc | Global | Willow Grove, PA | >10,000 | 15-20 | ||||
| Lewis Tree Service, Inc. | National | West Henrietta, NY | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Brightview Holdings, Inc. | National | BLUE BELL, PA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| The Townsend Corporation | National | Muncie, IN | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| The Davey Tree Expert Company | Global | Kent, OH | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Aerial Solutions Inc. | Regional | Tabor City, NC | <25 | < 5 | ||||
| DeAngelo Contracting Services LLC | National | Hazleton, PA | 101-250 | < 5 | ||||
| The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company | International | Stamford, CT | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Trees LLC | National | Houston, TX | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Right-of-Way Maintenance Services market is 9.1% and rising. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Purchases. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
The majority of vendor risk stems from purchases of herbicides and gasoline. Key downstream markets are diverse, and although providers face a moderate degree of volatility from input markets, having a diversified client base offsets supply chain risk.
The top four suppliers of right-of-way maintenance services, including Asplundh Tree Expert Co., Lewis Tree Service, Davey Tree Expert Company, and Trees Inc., account for less than 30.0% of the market, indicating low market share concentration. Moreover, market share concentration has been dropping in the past three years because a rise in demand and low barriers to entry have encouraged new firms to enter the market.
In the past three years, buyers of right-of-way maintenance services have been exposed to a moderate degree of risk from supply chain factors. Vendors depend on various supplies based on the project, such as herbicides, sprayers, and gasoline for operating equipment, and heavy machinery, such as tractors, aerial lifts, chippers, excavators, and telescopic booms.
Being a net exporter of forestry equipment, the United States offers buyers broad domestic options, enhancing their ability to compare products and prices. This could lead to improved quality control and the potential for increased after-sales support from local manufacturers.
Supplier Information
Asplundh Tree Expert, Llc
Asplundh Tree Expert, Llc is a private company operating globally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include right-of-way maintenance services. Founded in 1928, the company is currently headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, United States... Subscribe to learn more
Lewis Tree Service, Inc.
Lewis Tree Service, Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include right-of-way maintenance services. Founded in 1938, the company is currently headquartered in West Henrietta, New York, United States... Subscribe to learn more
Aerial Solutions Inc.
Aerial Solutions Inc. is a private company operating regionally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include right-of-way maintenance services. Founded in 1985, the company is currently headquartered in Tabor City, North Carolina, United States... Subscribe to learn more
Brightview Holdings, Inc.
Brightview Holdings, Inc. is a public company operating nationally in the professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include snow removal services, landscape maintenance, right-of-way maintenance services... Subscribe to learn more
DeAngelo Contracting Services LLC
DeAngelo Contracting Services LLC is a private company operating nationally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include right-of-way maintenance services. Founded in 1978, the company is currently headquartered in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, United... Subscribe to learn more
The Davey Tree Expert Company
The Davey Tree Expert Company is a private company operating globally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include snow removal services, landscape maintenance and right-of-way maintenance services. Founded in 1880, the company is currently Subscribe to learn more
The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company
The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is a private company operating internationally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include landscape maintenance and right-of-way maintenance services. Founded in 1907, the company is currently headquartered... Subscribe to learn more
The Townsend Corporation
The Townsend Corporation is a private company operating nationally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include right-of-way maintenance services. Founded in 1993, the company is currently headquartered in Muncie, Indiana, United States of America... Subscribe to learn more
Trees LLC
Trees LLC is a private company operating nationally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include right-of-way maintenance services. Founded in 1953, the company is currently headquartered in Houston, Texas, United States of America with an estimated... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Right-of-Way Maintenance Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) and Labor Cost per FTE. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Planning and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) |
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Number of positive customer responses Number of customer responses |
Customer satisfaction represents customers’ overall satisfaction with a company. Customer satisfaction can be used to determine whether customer improvements are required. Customer satisfaction can be used to evaluate a company’s reputation. |
| Labor Cost per FTE |
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Actual labor cost versus baseline Labor cost over project timeline |
Tracking and managing labor costs throughout the project will enable buyers to limit significant cost overruns. Labor cost per full-time employee may illustrate whether the vendor can hire more employees. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Customer Support
How do you evaluate customer satisfaction, and how frequently? Are evaluations made available to clients?
How have you changed your service in response to customer complaints and suggestions?
Experience and Expertise
How long have you provided services such as this to your longest-tenured client?
What is your client renewal or repeat business rate? Why do companies renew their contract with your business?
Competition
How do you attract new clients and retain existing clients?
As a large company, how do you compete with the emergence of smaller players in the market?
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Right-of-Way Maintenance Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
All buyers should provide an overview of their city or organization, including the number of residents or occupants and the date of incorporation.
All buyers should provide information regarding the size of their land or project area.
Statement Of Need
All buyers should state the desired type of equipment to be used to perform the services.
Municipal buyers should establish working hours for the vegetation clearing of public areas (e.g., parks).
Project Budget
Municipal buyers should disclose from which part of their budget (or fund) service payments will be made.
All buyers should suggest the best method of billing.
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