Amendment 1: Notice of Intent for Request for Qualifications/Request for Proposals to Manage Commercial Visitor Services at Bryce Canyon National Park
ID: NOI-BRCA-2025Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEIMR INTERMOUNTAIN REGION(1200)DENVER, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries (713990)

PSC

OPERATION OF RECREATIONAL BUILDINGS (M1FB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8895c1fb4bab444dae95224932e1b8a2/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is seeking proposals for managing commercial visitor services at Bryce Canyon National Park. This opportunity aims to enhance visitor experiences by providing a range of recreational services and amenities within the park, aligning with the objectives of promoting tourism and preserving natural resources. The selected contractor will be responsible for the operation of recreational buildings and services, which are vital for accommodating the needs of park visitors. Interested parties should contact Kurt Rausch at kurt_rausch@nps.gov for further details, as this presolicitation notice indicates the beginning of the procurement process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kurt Rausch
    kurt_rausch@nps.gov
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