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26-422DNR-REALT-B-49587 | IDNR Lowden Camp Store Concession
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The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has awarded a concession contract to White Pelican, Inc. for the operation of the camp store at Lowden State Park in Oregon, Illinois. The agreement consists of an initial three-year term ending December 31, 2028, with an option for a three-year renewal, not to exceed a total duration of ten years. This revenue-generating contract was awarded based on the highest responsive and responsible bid. The vendor is responsible for the business operation of the concession building, including interior decorating, painting, and the maintenance of flower beds within a fifty-foot radius of the facility. Operational requirements mandate that the vendor maintain a high standard of care and adhere to specific hours of operation from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. Key compliance measures include the prohibition of single-use plastic and polystyrene foam food ware in favor of compostable or recyclable alternatives, and the requirement to designate a specific section for products manufactured in the United States labeled Made in the USA. The vendor must accept cash, debit, and credit cards, maintain financial records according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and provide copies of all county health inspections to the state. The contract includes stringent insurance and safety obligations, requiring general commercial liability coverage of one million dollars per occurrence and auto liability of one million dollars per occurrence. The vendor must also ensure all fire extinguishers meet OSHA standards. The state maintains the right to conduct background checks on personnel and may terminate the lease for failure to comply with health inspection recommendations. All services must be performed within the United States, and the contract is subject to the availability of state funds and the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
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Place of Performance
One Natural Resources Way, Springfield, IL, 62702, USASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
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Interested Companies (1)
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