Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #2139708
Letchworth State Park guided white-water rafting and shuttle concession
Posted
October 07, 2026
Respond By
November 03, 2026
Identifier
2139708
NAICS
487210, 483212
New York State is seeking one operator for guided white-water rafting and related shuttle services at Letchworth State Park. - Government buyer: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Concessions Management Bureau. - Service requested: Operate guided rafting tours on the Genesee River from the Lower Falls launch area to St. Helena, including shuttle service between those locations. The service is identified as X001532. - Operator responsibilities: Supply all rafting, safety, communications, and vehicle equipment; cover operating costs; and provide trained, certified guides, safety support, emergency response, and required communications. - Operating requirements: Run tours at least seasonally from April through October, subject to weather and river conditions. Rafting-specific retail is allowed; catered excursion food requires a park permit, and food preparation and alcohol sales are prohibited. - License costs: Pay a fee equal to at least 8% of gross receipts, plus annual electricity reimbursement of $1,250 and an annual gravel contribution of up to $2,000. - OEMs and vendors: No equipment manufacturers, brands, or commercial vendors are named; no equipment models or quantities are specified.
Description
New York State seeks proposals for a concessionaire to operate and maintain the Guided White Water Rafting Concession at Letchworth State Park in Castile, NY. The concessionaire will provide guided rafting tours on the Genesee River and related shuttle services. The licensee must supply all equipment, cover operating costs, and pay a fee to State Parks. The license term is two years, with possible extensions of up to three additional years.