SEKI001 Soliciation Information.pdf
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- Solicitation number
- SEKI001-27
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This is a Concession Contract Opportunity solicitation issued by the National Park Service for the operation of pack station and guided trail ride services at Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. The National Park Service seeks proposals for operation of Grant Grove Stables and Cedar Grove Pack Station to provide pack station services and guided trail rides to visitors across the combined 2.0 million annual visitors to both parks.
The contract is a 10-year term effective January 2027, with a possibility to commence operations in 2026 if mutually acceptable. The estimated initial investment is $353,000, with estimated Year 1 revenue of $180,000 to $230,000. The concessioner will pay a percentage franchise fee to the government. Key solicitation dates include: Solicitation Opened November 19, 2025; Questions Due February 5, 2026; Notice of Intent Due March 27, 2026; and Solicitation Closes April 9, 2026. Prospective bidders should direct questions and notices of intent to mark_juretschke@nps.gov and reference the SEKI001-27 Prospectus Page for the complete prospectus and draft contract. The National Park Service's Commercial Services Program currently administers nearly 500 concession contracts totaling over $1 billion annually and employing more than 25,000 people during peak seasons.
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Concession Contract Opportunity Pack Station | Guided Trail Rides Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks
Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks
Combined 2.0M Visitors in 2024
The National Park Service is seeking proposals for operation of Grant Grove Stables and Cedar Grove Pack Station within the awe-inspiring Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks
Key Contract Information
10 Year Contract Term
Effective January 2027
Possibility to commence operations in 2026 if feasible and mutually acceptable to the awarded entity
Est. Investment: $353,000
Percentage Franchise Fee Paid to Government
Estimated Year 1 Revenue:
$180,000 to $230,000
Concessions with the
National Park Service
Key Solicitation
Dates
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Concessioners fill a vital role with helping the National Park Service carry out its mission. By welcoming the private sector as a partner in park operations, the NPS broadens the economic base of the region and the communities surrounding parks. The Commercial Services Program administers nearly 500 concession contracts that, in total, gross over $1 billion annually. NPS concessioners employ more than 25,000 people in a variety of jobs during peak seasons. More information can be found at: Concessions (U.S. National Park Service)
Solicitation Opened: Nov. 19, 2025
Questions Due: Feb. 5, 2026
Notice of Intent Due: Mar. 27, 2026
Solicitation Closes: Apr. 9, 2026
Questions and Notice of Intent:
mark_juretschke@nps.gov
Prospectus and Draft Contract:
SEKI001-27 Prospectus Page https://www.nps.gov/subjects/concessions/index.htm mailto:mark_juretschke@nps.gov https://www.nps.gov/subjects/concessions/seki001-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/subjects/concessions/seki001-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/subjects/concessions/seki001-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/subjects/concessions/seki001-27.htm
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