Concession Operation, St. Joe State Park in Park Hills, MO

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB2021001081) for a concession operation at St. Joe State Park in Park Hills, Missouri, located in St. Francois County. The procurement seeks a non-exclusive contractor to develop, furnish, and operate a comprehensive concession facility that includes food and beverage services, retail sales, and ORV/UTV/ATV rental services. Qualified vendors must submit detailed documentation including pricing information, vendor qualifications, current and prior experience, key personnel expertise, financial statements, method of performance, and startup capital sources. The solicitation requires vendors to demonstrate their ability to maintain a clean, safe, and inviting operational environment for park visitors. The bid period runs from January 22, 2021, to March 17, 2021, with a non-mandatory facility tour scheduled for February 10, 2021, at 10:30 AM CDT. Interested vendors must contact the buyer by February 8, 2021, at 3:00 PM CDT to participate in the site tour, and can submit responses either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as hard copies to the Department of Natural Resources' General Services Program.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, indicating the procurement is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and the document does not outline specific funding sources or budgetary constraints. The contract will have payment terms of Net 45 Days with Free On Board Destination delivery terms. While the exact contract duration is not specified, the bid package includes extensive supporting documentation such as maintenance guidelines, concession maps, facility materials lists, and historical revenue reports from prior years to assist potential bidders in preparing their proposals. Vendors are required to provide comprehensive financial documentation, including anticipated sources of startup capital, projected income and expenses, and detailed financial statements to demonstrate their capability to successfully operate the concession facility at St. Joe State Park.