New York State Contract Reporter #X001532

Letchworth State Park guided white-water rafting and shuttle concession

New York State is seeking a concessionaire to run guided white-water rafting and related shuttle service at Letchworth State Park. - Government buyer: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Concessions Management Bureau. - Services requested: Operate guided rafting trips on the Genesee River from the Lower Falls launch area to St. Helena, with shuttle service for rafting customers between those locations. The service is identified by part number X001532; no service quantity is specified. - Operator responsibilities: Provide all rafting, safety, communications, and vehicle equipment, along with trained and certified guides, safety support, and emergency response. The concessionaire bears operating costs. - Operating requirements: Operate seasonally, at a minimum from April through October, subject to weather and river conditions. Rafting-specific retail is allowed; catered excursion food requires a park permit. Food preparation and alcohol sales are prohibited. - Fees: Pay a license fee of at least 8% of gross receipts, reimburse $1,250 annually for electricity, and pay up to $2,000 annually for gravel beginning in the third year. - OEMs and equipment: No equipment manufacturers, brands, or models are specified; the operator supplies the necessary equipment. - Named business: Adventure Calls Outfitters, Inc. is identified as having received a similar contract within the past five years; this notice does not report a current award.

Description

New York State is seeking proposals for a private-sector operator 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.

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