P24CA024 Sonoma SHP Historic Style Event Space and Lodging RFP

The California Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a concessionaire to operate the historic Blue Wing Inn in Sonoma State Historic Park as a mixed‑use event space and lodging facility for a 50‑year term. The awardee must complete at least $5 M of phased historic‑preservation, ADA, and building‑system upgrades, then run up to five guest rooms and a catering‑capable event venue (≈150 guests), generating revenue through room rates, event fees, food‑service, and a minimum rent structure (greater of $24,000 or 8 % of gross receipts). The concession includes a four‑year rent waiver, a 4 % gross‑receipt contribution to a facility‑improvement account, and strict insurance, bonding, and reporting requirements. • Minimum 5 years experience in historic‑style hospitality or comparable concessions; ability to fund $5 M‑plus capital outlay. • Mandatory pre‑proposal meeting and site tour on May 18, 2026; Letter of Intent & questions due June 16, 2026. • Proposal deadline September 15, 2026; evaluation includes experience, operation plan, facility plan, interpretive plan, and rental offer.