Mobile Food Service Concession: Odiorne Point State Park, Rye, NH

The New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, Division of Parks and Recreation, is seeking a mobile food service concession vendor for Odiorne Point State Park in Rye, located within Rockingham County. This Request for Proposals (RFP) covers a one-year contract from May 23rd to October 31st, 2025, with potential for a one-year extension, targeting a food service concession truck operation within the park. The vendor must operate at least six days per week during the season, providing food services to park visitors, with the state offering an electricity hookup. Key deliverables include maintaining a clean environment, handling trash removal, and providing a family-oriented food service experience. Evaluation criteria are weighted as follows: 40% financial commitment, 30% operating plan (including menu, infrastructure, and management), and 30% experience and qualifications. Critical dates include a proposal due date of May 2nd, 2025, vendor interviews scheduled for May 5th-6th, and anticipated vendor selection on May 6th, 2025, with final contract contingent upon approval from the NH Governor and Executive Council.

The RFP does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors are required to provide proof of general liability insurance, workers' compensation insurance, and all necessary local and state licensing. The previous food vendor grossed $100,000 in revenue over two seasons, and the park experienced 91,568 visitors in 2024, indicating a potentially lucrative opportunity. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the financial commitment component of the evaluation suggests that vendors should be prepared to propose competitive revenue-sharing or rental terms. The contract aims to select a fiscally responsible partner who can enhance the park experience and generate revenue, with the successful vendor expected to bring innovation and high-quality food service to Odiorne Point State Park.