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AMENDED Notice of Solicitation for Concession Opportunity for Traditional Bathhouse Services and Massage Therapy Services within Hot Springs National Park
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The National Park Service (NPS) has issued a solicitation (number CC-HOSP002-27) seeking proposals for a new ten-year concession contract to provide traditional bathhouse and massage therapy services within Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. The solicitation was originally posted on September 15, 2025, and was amended most recently on October 23, 2025, to update key procedural dates and requirements. The contract opportunity is unrestricted with no socioeconomic set-aside, and the NPS will manage contract administration through its Midwest Regional Office located in Omaha, Nebraska. Eric Nikkel, Commercial Services Specialist, serves as the primary point of contact for all inquiries and submissions. Prospective offerors are encouraged, but not required, to participate in a one-day site visit scheduled for November 11, 2025, which is limited to two representatives per entity and requires prior registration by November 6, 2025. Questions about the solicitation must be submitted in writing to the NPS no later than December 5, 2025. Entities intending to submit proposals must provide a formal Notice of Intent to Propose by January 5, 2026, to receive access to the NPS Microsoft Teams platform, which will be used for electronic proposal submissions. Final proposals are due electronically by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on February 6, 2026, with a hardcopy transmittal letter bearing an original signature required to be physically received by February 13, 2026. The scope of work focuses on operating the historic concession facilities, delivering quality traditional bathhouse and massage therapy services to park visitors in accordance with NPS operational standards. While specifics on performance metrics, pricing, or evaluations are not included in the solicitation excerpts, it is understood that proposals must comply with the detailed Business Opportunity and Proposal Instructions provided by the NPS. Inspection and acceptance will likely occur at the Hot Springs National Park facility, while administrative coordination and proposal evaluation will be conducted by the regional office in Omaha. The solicitation process emphasizes compliance with submission protocols, including digital access control and strict adherence to deadlines, highlighting the procedural requirements integral to competing for this long-term concession opportunity.
General Info
Place of Performance
Hot Springs National Park, AR, 71901, USASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
On September 16, 2025, the National Park Service (NPS) released a business opportunity soliciting proposals to award a new ten (10) year concession contract to provide traditional bathhouse services and massage therapy services within Hot Springs National Park. On February 20, 2026, 2025, the prospectus was amended as follows.
- Responses to Questions Received
- Proposal Package Document
Principle Selection Factor 1. (Page 10)
Old Language:
Subfactor 1(a): Asset Management. Recent renovations and improvements were completed for the
Buckstaff Bathhouse that is assigned to the Concessioner, resulting in no deferred maintenance.
New Language:
Subfactor 1(a): Asset Management. Renovations and improvements will be completed for the
Buckstaff Bathhouse that is assigned to the Concessioner, resulting in no deferred maintenance.
3. Draft Contract.
Section 3(a)(2) Authorized Services (Page 4)
Old Language:
v. Alcohol Sales, Within the bathhouse
New Language:
v. Alcoholic drinks, Prepackaged Snacks and Non-alcoholic drink Sales, Within the bathhouse
4. Operating Plan.
Section 4) B) (2) Vending (Page B-13)
Old Language:
(2) Vending. The Concessioner is authorized to offer food and beverage items in vending machines in the main building. The requirements for vending machines can be found on the 10-RET form as well as in the CS Guide section 6.16.19.
New Language:
- Pre-Packaged Food and Beverage. The Concessioner is authorized to offer pre-packaged food and beverage items through vending machines or on demand in the main building. The requirements can be found on the 10-RET form as well as in the CS Guide section 6.16.19. 4. Maintenance Plan
Section D) (Page H-5)
Added Language:
- Asbestos and Lead Paint
It is not expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in the performance of the contract. If suspected hazardous materials are encountered on NPS property, do not disturb, immediately notify the Park. Hazardous materials, including asbestos and lead paint, discovered on NPS property will be addressed by the NPS in accordance with federal law.
The prospectus is available on the NPS Commercial Services website (link provided below). If you choose to retrieve a copy of the prospectus, please notify Eric Nikkel at eric_nikkel@nps.gov so you are placed on the mailing list to receive notification of any future modifications or correspondence.
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