Prospectus for Campground and Related Granger-Thye Concessions, Allegheny National Forest

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, is soliciting applications for a concession campground special use permit to operate and maintain Government-owned recreation facilities located within the Allegheny National Forest. The concession includes 25 sites with an average gross revenue of $930,300. The permit holder will be responsible for providing high-quality public service, operating and maintaining the facilities, and paying a fee to the Government. The fee will be a percentage of the concession's adjusted gross revenue. • The concession includes campgrounds, boat launches, day use areas, and private cabins. • The permit holder will be responsible for operating and maintaining all facilities, including water and sewage systems. • The permit holder will be required to obtain liability insurance and, if applicable, property insurance. • The permit holder will be required to submit a business plan, financial statements, and other documentation as part of the application process. • The Forest Service will evaluate applications based on the proposed annual operating plan, fee to the Government, fees charged to the public, business plan, business experience, and references.