Amendment No. 2 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
Contract Opportunity Analysis
The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service (NPS), is soliciting proposals for a 10-year concession contract to operate the Grant Grove Stables and Cedar Grove Pack Station within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, with operations potentially commencing in 2026. This opportunity aims to enhance visitor services by providing guided trail rides and other recreational services, which are vital for supporting the NPS mission and local economies. The estimated investment for this venture is $353,000, with projected annual revenues ranging from $180,000 to $230,000, alongside a percentage franchise fee payable to the government. Interested parties must submit a "Notice of Intent to Propose" by March 27, 2026, and electronic proposals are due by April 9, 2026; for further inquiries, contact Mark Juretschke at mark_juretschke@nps.gov.