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U.S. Department Of The Interior·Nebraska

SOLICITATION FOR A CONCESSION BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR CANOE & TUBE RENTAL WITH SHUTTLE SERVICES, CAMP STORE AND RETAIL MERCHANDISE SALES, AND FIREWOOD SALES WITHIN OZARK NATIONAL SCENIC RIVERWAYS.

Closes 6/26/2026$200k – $500kRequest for Proposal
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Description

The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a concessionaire to provide canoe and tube rental with shuttle services, camp store and retail merchandise sales, and firewood sales within the Akers Ferry District at Ozark National Scenic Riverways. The concession contract will be awarded to a qualified applicant who can provide these services in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined in the Prospectus. • The concessionaire will be responsible for providing canoe and tube rental with shuttle services, camp store and retail merchandise sales, and firewood sales. • The concessionaire will be required to attend a site visit on April 15, 2026, although attendance is not mandatory. • The concessionaire will be required to submit a proposal by June 26, 2026, as outlined in the Proposal Instructions of the Prospectus. • The NPS will provide further information, start time, and additional directions by return email message to the organization's identified primary contact. • The concessionaire will be required to provide contact information, including name, email address, and phone number, to receive amendments to the Prospectus.

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Contact

Eric Nikkel(Concessions Management Specialist)

[email protected]

(402) 661-1772

Key dates

Opened
3/27/2026
Questions due
5/8/2026
Pre-bid meeting
4/15/2026
Site visit
4/15/2026
Closes
6/26/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Sports and Recreation
NAICS
713990
Solicitation №
CC-OZAR012-27

Budget estimate

$200,000 – $500,000

The budget for this concession contract is likely to be substantial, given the popularity of Ozark National Scenic Riverways and the variety of services to be provided. The concessionaire can expect to earn revenue from canoe and tube rental, camp store and retail merchandise sales, and firewood sales. However, the exact budget amount is uncertain and will depend on factors such as the number of visitors, the pricing of services, and the operating costs of the concessionaire. A rough estimate of the budget could be in the range of $200,000 to $500,000 per year, although this is highly speculative and may not reflect the actual budget.

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