REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: 123-450 Ike Kinswa State Park - Water Rentals

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project seeks a kayak rental vendor at Ike Kinswa State Park. The location of vendor will be in the day-use use area near the swim beach. Exact space to be determined. The contract period will be for up to five years with the possibility of one additional 5-year term. This concession should provide kayaks (1 or 2-person or both), SUP boards, and possibly other types of approved water rentals.

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.