Operation Of Recreational Buildings

The PSC Category M1FB covers Operation of Recreational Buildings, encompassing services and facilities management for recreational facilities such as campgrounds, lodges, parks, and other leisure-focused infrastructure. These services typically include gate attendant duties, facility maintenance, visitor services, equipment rentals, food and beverage operations, retail sales, and overall management of recreational spaces within federal parks and recreational areas. The category supports the maintenance and operational needs of public recreational facilities across various federal land management agencies.

Recent federal contract awards in this category demonstrate a range of recreational facility management contracts, predominantly awarded by the National Park Service and Department of the Army Corps of Engineers. Contract values range from $4,000 to $129,250, with durations typically spanning one to ten years. Common awardees include small businesses, woman-owned small businesses, and local government entities. Frequent contract types include purchase orders and definitive contracts, often utilizing firm fixed-price structures. Many contracts are set aside for small businesses, with performance locations primarily in western states like Oregon, Alaska, and Virginia. Funding agencies frequently include the Department of the Interior, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of Defense.

Federal contract opportunities in this category predominantly involve the National Park Service seeking concession contracts for comprehensive recreational facility management. These opportunities include operating lodging, food and beverage services, retail sales, campgrounds, and specialized recreational services within national parks such as Bryce Canyon, Badlands, Olympic, and Shenandoah. Most solicitations are nationwide, covering locations in Missouri, Virginia, Arizona, and other states. The opportunities typically involve multi-year contracts (ranging from 2-15 years) with no specific small business set-asides, inviting competitive proposals from qualified recreational service providers. Common services requested include managing campgrounds, providing shuttle and rental services, operating lodges, and maintaining visitor facilities within national park environments.