IFB - Frank Holten Golf Course

The state of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the management and operation of the Grand Marais Golf Course at Frank Holten State Park, located in St. Clair County. The selected vendor will be responsible for the daily operations and maintenance of the 18-hole public golf course, including the pro shop, clubhouse, irrigation system, driving range, and putting green. The vendor will be authorized to charge public fees and retain all revenues generated, while IDNR will pay the vendor a monthly management fee. The initial contract term is five years, with an option to renew for up to an additional five years. Bids must be submitted electronically through the BidBuy procurement system by April 30, 2020. The vendor will submit an annual management fee amount, with IDNR paying equal quarterly installments. The total payments under the contract shall not exceed a maximum amount to be determined by IDNR prior to contract execution.

This solicitation does not include any small business, minority, women, or veteran-owned business set-aside requirements. The current incumbent vendor's historical gross revenues are provided for informational purposes. IDNR will provide certain maintenance and utility services for the golf course operations. The budget for the contract is variable and will be based on the bids received. Two bids were received for the previous contract, which was awarded to Golden Tees, Inc. for a 5-year initial term with an option for a 5-year renewal at a total contract value of $2,583,000.