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Equine Service Operations

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Response Deadline09/30/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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The Equine Service Operations subcontract, managed by the Department of the Interior's Southeast Region, involves providing guided horseback and wagon tours at Smokemont Riding Stables in Gatlinburg. The contractor is responsible for conducting trail rides ranging from one to four hours and operating up to three horse-drawn vehicles daily. Operational requirements include managing a herd of up to 35 horses using professional equipment and maintaining strict adherence to the National Park Service Horse and Mule Standards. This project falls under NAICS code 713990 and is designed to support prime contractors on National Park Service concessions projects through the delivery of professional equestrian transportation and guided tours.

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Subcontract for guided horseback and wagon tours at Smokemont Riding Stables in Gatlinburg.

Agency

Department Of The Interior → Ser Southeast REGION(50000)View Agency

NAICS

713990 - All Other Amusement and Recreation IndustriesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Gatlinburg, TN, 37738, USA

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NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of CC-GRSM007-27.

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Solicitation for a Concessions Business Opportunity for Guided Horseback Rides, Wagon and/or Carriage Rides, Vending, Firewood and Ice, Camper Convenience Items, Souvenirs, and Souvenir Photography, Smokemont Riding Stables within Great Smoky Mountains NP

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PostedSep 16

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Response DeadlineSep 30

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AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Ser Southeast REGION(50000)

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Performs guided horseback and wagon/carriage rides for prime contractors on National Park Service (NPS) concessions projects at Smokemont Riding Stables. Conducts trail rides of 1, 2.5, and 4-hour durations and operates up to three horse-drawn vehicles daily. Manages a herd of up to 35 horses using professional tack and saddles. Adheres to NPS Horse and Mule Standards (10-H&M). Delivers guided equestrian tours and transportation services.

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Solicitation for a Concessions Business Opportunity for Guided Horseback Rides, Wagon and/or Carriage Rides, Vending, Firewood and Ice, Camper Convenience Items, Souvenirs, and Souvenir Photography, Smokemont Riding Stables within Great Smoky Mountains NP

Solicitation # CC-GRSM007-27

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