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
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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) has issued Amendment No. 2 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 provides responses to previously asked questions. The opportunity involves operating Grant Grove Stables and Cedar Grove Pack Station. Electronic proposals are due by April 9, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The selected concessionaire will be responsible for the operation of Grant Grove Stables and Cedar Grove Pack Station. Key services include providing guided trail rides and other related services. Operations must adhere to specific "Stable Rules," which include guided rides only, staying on designated trails, maintaining rider conduct, and restrictions on personal items (e.g., no selfie sticks, large cameras, backpacks, or purses on rides). Rider weight limits may also apply. Note that credit/debit cards are not accepted for services.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Concession Contract
- Term: 10 Years
- Effective Date: January 2027 (with potential to commence operations in 2026)
- Estimated Investment: $353,000
- Fee Structure: Percentage Franchise Fee Paid to Government
- Estimated Year 1 Revenue: $180,000 to $230,000
- Product Service Code: M1FB (Operation Of Recreational Buildings)
Submission & Key Dates
- Notice of Intent to Propose Due: March 27, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
- Electronic Proposals Due: April 9, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
- Submission Method: Electronic proposals only.
- Published Date (Amendment 2): March 6, 2026.
Set-Aside
None specified.
Additional Notes
The prospectus and draft contract are available on the NPS Commercial Services website. Interested parties should notify Mark Juretschke at mark_juretschke@nps.gov to be added to the mailing list for future modifications. The parks recorded 2.0 million visitors in 2024, indicating a significant potential customer base for these services.