Concession Operation, Echo Bluff State Park

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is seeking a vendor to operate the concession at Echo Bluff State Park through an Invitation for Bid (IFB2022000372). The procurement involves managing and providing concession services at the park, which will require comprehensive operational capabilities including managing retail sales, potential food service, and other visitor-related amenities. A non-mandatory facility tour is scheduled for May 3, 2022, at 10:30 AM CST in the Nixon-Wheeler room at the Betty Lea Lodge, with vendors required to confirm attendance by May 2, 2022, at 3:00 PM CST. The solicitation period runs from April 13, 2022, to May 19, 2022, with bids due by 1:00 PM CDT on May 19th. Interested vendors must submit detailed documentation including pricing pages, vendor information, financial statements, method of performance documentation, facility diagrams, maintenance responsibilities, and revenue reporting requirements. Responses can be submitted electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy if permitted by the solicitation terms.

The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, making the opportunity open to all qualified vendors. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there are no details about existing infrastructure or technology that might require integration. The solicitation does not indicate an estimated contract value or budget range, which makes it difficult to assess the potential financial scope of the opportunity. Payment terms are specified as Net 45 Days, with delivery terms set as Free on Board Destination. The primary contact for this procurement is Chris Downing, who can be reached at 573-526-1355 or chris.downing@dnr.mo.gov. The concession facility is located at 35244 Echo Bluff Drive in Shannon County, Missouri, and vendors will be expected to provide comprehensive services to support park visitors.