Description
The U.S. Forest Service is soliciting a concessionaire to operate, maintain, and provide public services at thirty government‑owned campgrounds across Bighorn National Forest, Wyoming, under a Special‑Use Permit with a possible five‑year term. The contractor will manage reservations via Recreation.gov, handle all site‑level maintenance (including water‑system operation, waste management, and equipment upkeep), comply with numerous Forest Service orders (e.g., wilderness use, weed‑free forage, cave closures), and may offset the annual land‑use fee through approved MRRI (Maintenance, Reconditioning, Renovation, Improvement) projects. Revenue is generated from camping fees; the Forest Service retains reservation add‑on fees and the concessionaire is responsible for Wyoming sales‑tax reporting.
• Operate 30 campgrounds (including 31 campgrounds and 2 picnic grounds) and associated group sites.
• Perform bi‑weekly financial reporting, maintain water‑system compliance, and submit annual operating plans.
• Must meet insurance, bonding, and performance‑evaluation standards; potential to reduce cash fee via Granger‑Thye offset work.