NIGP 95983: Touring Transportation, Marine

NIGP 95983 Touring Transportation, Marine is an Item code covering commercial water-based charter and tour operator services that state and local governments procure through permit programs and concession contracts. State and local bodies soliciting under this code include county park and recreation departments, state park systems, and regional recreation authorities. The work encompasses charter fishing operations, guided excursion tours, and outfitter services operating from public parks and waterfront facilities, with operators required to hold current USCG licenses, vessel safety certifications, and marine liability insurance. Sarasota County and Georgia represent the issuing bodies active in recent opportunities.

Sarasota County issued IFB 262874FB in October 2026 to award 60 commercial water-based charter boat and tour operator permits across five designated park locations (North and South County zones), with bids due August 18, 2026 and a minimum annual permit fee of $1,200 per permit. The State of Georgia solicited quotes for a five-year outfitter services concession contract at Smithgall Woods State Park under RFQ 46200ERFQ0019922027, with responses due October 5, 2026. Both opportunities require operators to demonstrate multi-year commercial experience, maintain substantial insurance coverage including marine liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, and submit ongoing operational reports. Recent activity appears concentrated in the Southeast, with Florida and Georgia as the primary jurisdictions posting opportunities.