REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: 123-449 Ike Kinswa State Park - Food and Beverage Concession

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project seeks a food and beverage vendor at Ike Kinswa State Park. The location of vendor will be in the Concession Building which is in the day-use use area overlooking the swim beach. The contract period will be for up to five years with the possibility of one additional 5-year term. This concession should provide a variety of food and beverage items as well as candy, ice cream, beach appropriate toys and other necessities.

The interior space is approximately 420 square feet and includes lots of counter space and under counter storage. It has one large roll-up service window to serve customers. There are two large chest freezers inside for concessionaire use. A hand washing sink and 3-compartment sink will be installed soon.

EXPECTED TIME PERIOD FOR CONTRACT: The contract period will be for up to five years with the possibility of one additional five-year extension.

BIDDER ELIGIBILITY: This procurement is open to those Bidders that satisfy the minimum qualifications stated herein and that are available for work in Washington State.

AVAILABILITY OF DOCUMENTS: The RFP, along with any amendments and bid results will be available only through WEBS Bid Opportunities (Washington’s Electronic Business Solution). For more information, go to: https://www.des.wa.gov/sell/bid-opportunities [Parks & Recreation Commission, State]

PROPOSAL DUE DATE: Tuesday, February 28, 2023, by 1:00PM

ELECTRONIC BID RESPONSES ONLY: Bid responses will only be accepted electronically via Email/Email Attachment to BidBox@parks.wa.gov. (PDF scan encouraged).

Small, Minority, Women, and Veteran-owned firms are encouraged to submit bids.