Smithgall Woods Outfitters

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) on April 20, 2026, to establish a five-year Concession Contract for Outfitter Services at Smithgall Woods State Park. The primary objective of this procurement was to secure an experienced outfitter to provide services at the state park, with award to be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications outlined in the solicitation documents. Prospective bidders were required to register in the TEAM GEORGIA MARKETPLACE to access complete RFQ details and submit bids electronically through that platform. The original due date for bid submissions was May 18, 2026; however, prospective bidders were instructed to review the RFQ regularly during the solicitation period for any addenda or responses to submitted questions. All inquiries regarding the procurement were required to be submitted in writing via email to Carlethia Jones at carlethia.jones@dnr.ga.gov, with no other forms of communication considered binding upon the State. Bidders experiencing technical difficulties were directed to contact the Team Georgia Marketplace Help Desk at (404) 657-6000.

However, this procurement opportunity was cancelled effective April 22, 2026, as documented in the attached Cancellation Notice, due to the State's need to redevelop the requirements for this solicitation. The cancellation notice did not disclose set-aside designations, restrictions on bidder types, disadvantaged enterprise provisions, incumbent vendor information, technology integration requirements, or award values and budget ranges. All submitted materials from the initial solicitation period were retained in closed status pending any subsequent rebid of the services. Per the Georgia Procurement Manual Section I.6, records will be made available upon issuance of a Notice of Intent to Award for any future solicitation. Should the State conduct a new solicitation, all suppliers must respond to new bid forms and requirements for consideration of award.