Amendment No. 1 to the solicitation of a Concession Business Opportunity to Operate Pack Station, Guided Trail Rides, and Other Services within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Park Service (NPS), Department of the Interior, has issued Amendment No. 1 to a solicitation for a Concession Business Opportunity to operate a Pack Station, Guided Trail Rides, and Other Services within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, CA. This amendment extends the proposal due date to April 9, 2026, and updates other key dates, allowing more time for interested parties to respond following the expiration of the previous concession contract.
Scope of Work
The selected entity will be responsible for the operation of Grant Grove Stables and Cedar Grove Pack Station. Services include providing guided trail rides and adhering to specific "Stable Rules," which involve guided rides only, staying on designated trails, and restrictions on personal items (e.g., no selfie sticks, large cameras, backpacks, or purses on rides). Rider weight limits may apply, and services will not accept credit/debit cards.
Contract Details
This is a Concession Contract with a term of 10 years. The projected effective date is January 1, 2027, though the NPS is interested in providing visitor services during the 2026 operating season if feasible and mutually acceptable. The estimated investment for this opportunity is $353,000, with an estimated Year 1 revenue ranging from $180,000 to $230,000. The fee structure involves a Percentage Franchise Fee paid to the Government. There is no set-aside designation for this opportunity.
Key Dates & Submission
- Questions Due: February 5, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time
- Notice of Intent to Propose Due: March 27, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time
- Proposals Due: April 9, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time All proposals must be submitted electronically.
Additional Information
This amendment was published on January 20, 2026. The extension was necessitated by the previous concession contract expiring and the former concessioner declining a 2026 extension. The parks saw 2.0 million visitors in 2024, indicating a significant customer base. The prospectus is available on the NPS Commercial Services website. Interested parties should notify Mark Juretschke (mark_juretschke@nps.gov) to receive future modifications or correspondence.