Dixon Springs Swimming Pool Concession

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking a vendor to operate the concession services at Dixon Springs Swimming Pool, located in Pope County, through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The contract will cover daily pool operations, including managing admissions, group rentals, cleaning, maintenance, and selling pre-packed food and non-alcoholic beverages. The concession must operate from the Saturday of Fourth of July Weekend through Labor Day Monday in the first year, and from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend in subsequent years, with daily operating hours from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Bidders must provide certified lifeguards, maintain sanitary conditions, accept multiple payment methods, and comply with all operational requirements. The bid is due by May 7, 2025, with a non-mandatory pre-submission conference scheduled for April 3, 2025, at 1 PM at the park location. The state will award the contract to the highest-priced responsive and responsible bidder, with bids required to remain firm for 90 days from the opening date.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documents. The contract will be an initial term through December 31, 2029, with potential renewals totaling up to ten years. The vendor will be required to pay a percentage of gross receipts into a reserve account, starting at no less than 4% for the first two years and increasing to 5% for subsequent years. Vendors must provide monthly documentation of gross receipts, submit a price list, maintain required licenses, and provide liability insurance naming IDNR as an additional insured. While no specific budget range is detailed, the vendor will be responsible for all utility costs and pool maintenance. The procurement requires vendors to complete comprehensive vendor disclosure forms, including IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure and Vendor Disclosures forms, which involve detailed business, ownership, and compliance information.