Illinois BidBuy #26-422DNR-REALT-B-52606

Operation of Cave-In-Rock State Park Lodge and Restaurant Concession

This opportunity from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources seeks a qualified vendor to operate the Lodge and Restaurant Concession at Cave-In-Rock State Park. - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Office of Realty and Capital Planning - Scope of Work: - Management and operation of the lodge and restaurant concession at Cave-In-Rock State Park, Cave-In-Rock, Illinois - Includes all associated services, facilities, and equipment as detailed in the solicitation attachments - Pricing and Payment Structure: - Vendors must propose a percentage of gross receipts to be paid into a reserve account for each contract year and renewal term - A minimum reserve payment percentage is specified for the first year - Contract Structure: - Initial contract term with options for renewal - Notable Requirements: - Mandatory pre-submission conference for all bidders - Submission of pricing based on gross receipts - Compliance with NIGP code 961-15 (Concessions, Catering, Vending: Mobile and Stationary) - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are mentioned in the solicitation - Attachments include equipment lists, concession maps, and required disclosure forms

Description

This solicitation is for the operation of the Lodge and Restaurant Concession at Cave-In-Rock State Park. The contract includes an initial term with renewal options, requiring reserve account payments based on a percentage of gross receipts. Vendors must submit pricing as a percentage of gross receipts for each year of the contract and renewal terms. A mandatory pre-submission conference is scheduled, and detailed attachments and forms are provided for submission. The response deadline is August 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM Illinois time.

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