Solicitation of a Concession Business Opportunity to Operate Guided Water Float Tours, Retail, and Snorkel Equipment Rentals within Channel Islands National Park
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) has released a Solicitation for a new ten-year concession contract to operate Guided Water Float Tours, Retail, and Snorkel Equipment Rentals within Channel Islands National Park. This opportunity seeks qualified businesses to provide essential visitor services. Proposals are due June 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected concessioner will be responsible for:
- Operating guided water float tours.
- Providing retail services.
- Offering snorkel equipment rentals. These services will be conducted within the designated areas of Channel Islands National Park, specifically on Santa Cruz Island. The contract includes the use of Concession Facilities (land and real property improvements).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Concession Contract (Solicitation)
- Duration: Ten (10) years
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Published: March 19, 2026
- Site Visit: April 2, 2026 (Registration required by March 30, 2026, 12:00 p.m. PT)
- Questions Due: April 10, 2026, 12:00 p.m. PT
- Notice of Intent to Propose Due: May 28, 2026, 12:00 p.m. PT
- Electronic Proposals Due: June 25, 2026, 12:00 p.m. PT
Evaluation
The prospectus outlines the requirements for proposal submission. Interested entities must submit an electronic proposal in the format specified in the Proposal Instructions to be evaluated for the award of the new concession contract.
Additional Notes
A site visit is scheduled for April 2, 2026, providing an overview of operations and facilities. Registration is mandatory by March 30, 2026, and limited to five people per entity. Participants are responsible for their own travel to Santa Cruz Island. Questions regarding the prospectus must be submitted in writing by April 10, 2026. Interested parties should notify Mark Juretschke to be added to the mailing list for updates.