Department Of Parks & Recreation Idaho

The Department of Parks & Recreation Idaho is a U.S. state government entity registered in SAM.gov, responsible for managing and developing state parks, recreational facilities, and outdoor recreation resources. As a government agency, it actively engages with federal agencies to support various recreational, conservation, and infrastructure development projects through contract and grant awards. The department plays a critical role in preserving natural spaces, promoting outdoor activities, and enhancing public recreational opportunities across Idaho.

Through federal contract awards, the Department of Parks & Recreation Idaho has primarily focused on land and facility use arrangements. For example, it was awarded a $3,650 firm fixed price purchase order from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service Region 1 - Northern Region for land access at Ridge Creek in Dalton Gardens, Idaho. This specific contract supported S2 and S79 programs and involved providing access to state-managed lands to support the U.S. Forest Service's land management and conservation efforts. The contract was not associated with any larger vehicle and did not have a set-aside designation, representing a straightforward facilities and land use arrangement.

The department has been substantially more active in federal grant awards, receiving numerous grants across multiple federal programs. These grants primarily focus on outdoor recreation development, park improvements, and recreational infrastructure. Notable grant programs include the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program, the Bureau of Reclamation's Recreation Resources Management program, and the U.S. Coast Guard's Boating Safety Financial Assistance program. Grant projects have included developing new city parks, constructing campgrounds, renovating existing recreational facilities, creating accessible splash pads, improving park utilities, supporting boating safety initiatives, and enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities. The department frequently serves as a prime recipient, often sub-granting funds to local municipalities like Post Falls, Sandpoint, Glenns Ferry, and others to execute specific recreational development projects. Grant amounts have ranged from around $300,000 to over $2.9 million, demonstrating the department's significant role in state and local recreational infrastructure development.