Glamping Lodging in Maryland State Parks

The Maryland Park Service is seeking a contractor to construct, maintain, and operate "glamping" campsites, with expanded amenities, at Big Run State Park in Garrett County, Maryland, with an option to operate additional sites at other Maryland State Parks. The contractor would be responsible for making reservations, maintaining the campsites to Park Service standards, enforcing park rules and regulations, and communicating any issues to staff. Acceptable lodging units may include raised platforms, tents, cabins, or tiny houses. The qualified vendor(s) will be required to provide the lodging, all equipment, personnel, and supplies required to operate the concession. The contract term is for a three-year base period with two one-year option periods. The pre-proposal conference is scheduled for May 17, 2022, and proposals are due by May 31, 2022.

The RFP does not specify any Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) subcontracting goals. The contract type is fixed price and revenue generating, and there is no federal funding involved. The State will approve all reservation prices and adjustments, and the vendor must abide by all state laws and Maryland Park Service rules and regulations. The RFP does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the possible award value or budget range is not specified.