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Illinois DNR - Natural Resources·Illinois

IDNR - Argyle Lake Kayak Concession

Closes 5/6/2026$100k – $2.5MInvitation for Bid
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Description

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking a vendor to run the Kayak Concession at Argyle Lake State Park. The vendor will be required to submit pricing for each year of the contract, which is expected to be 5 years with an option for a 5-year renewal. The contract will require the vendor to pay an annual rent payment to the State, with the amount to be determined through the bidding process. The vendor will be responsible for providing kayak concession services, including renting kayaks and providing related amenities. • The contract is expected to be for a term of 5 years with an option for a 5-year renewal. • The vendor will be required to submit pricing for each year of the contract. • The vendor will be responsible for providing kayak concession services, including renting kayaks and providing related amenities. • The contract will require the vendor to pay an annual rent payment to the State, with the amount to be determined through the bidding process. • The vendor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to employment, taxation, and environmental protection.

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Contact

Frederick Murphy(Information Contact)

[email protected]

Key dates

Opened
4/13/2026
Closes
5/6/2026
Duration
10 years

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Sports and Recreation
NAICS
713910
Solicitation №
26-422DNR-DIREC-B-51988

Budget estimate

$100,000 – $2,500,000

The budget for this opportunity is likely to be in the range of $100,000 to $500,000 per year, based on the expected annual rent payment and the cost of providing kayak concession services. The total budget over the term of the contract could be in the range of $500,000 to $2.5 million. The actual budget will depend on the pricing submitted by the vendor and the terms of the contract. Factors that may influence the likely payment range include the number of kayaks rented, the price of kayak rentals, and the cost of providing related amenities.

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