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Illinois DNR - Natural Resources·Illinois

IDNR - Illini State Park Concession

Closes 11/4/2025$500k – $2MInvitation for Bid
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Description

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking a vendor to operate the restaurant concession at Illini State Park. The vendor will be required to pay a percentage of gross receipts into a reserve account, with a minimum payment of 5% of gross receipts. The contract will be for an initial term of 5 years, with the option to renew for up to 20 years. The vendor will be responsible for submitting pricing for each line item, as well as completing and submitting required documents, including a Vendor Disclosure or IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure and an Offer to the State of Illinois. • The vendor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to employment, taxation, and environmental protection. • The vendor must provide proof of financial resources sufficient to ensure performance of the contract. • The vendor must correct any deficiencies as a condition of further evaluation. • The State reserves the right to amend the solicitation, reject any or all bids, and waive minor defects.

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Contact

Frederick Murphy(Information Contact)

[email protected]

Key dates

Opened
9/29/2025
Pre-bid meeting
10/21/2025Mandatory
Closes
11/4/2025
Duration
5 years

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Hospitality and Tourism
NAICS
722310
Solicitation №
26-422DNR-REALT-B-49278

Budget estimate

$500,000 – $2,000,000

The budget for this opportunity is likely to be in the range of $500,000 to $2 million per year, based on the estimated revenue from operating a restaurant concession at Illini State Park. The actual budget will depend on the percentage of gross receipts paid into the reserve account, as well as the overall revenue generated by the concession.

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