Springfield, Ore. – April 24, 2023. The Willamette National Forest Supervisor, David Warnack announced today the solicitation of proposals for concession campground management. The forest is looking for one or two concessionaires to provide high-quality public services in the operation and maintenance of 52 government-owned campgrounds and facilities for the next 5-10 years.
The forest is offering two concession packages, a north area with 25 campgrounds and facilities, and a south area with 27 campgrounds and facilities, on the Detroit, Sweet Home, McKenzie River, and Middle Fork Ranger Districts, within the Willamette National Forest. One or two special use permits will be issued to the successful applicant(s). The forest plans to make a selection in mid to late fall of 2023, with the successful applicant beginning operations on January 1, 2024.
Prospective applicants can find details about the application process by reviewing the Prospectus for Campground and Related Granger-Thye Concessions documents posted on the Forest website at www.fs.usda.gov/main/willamette/ or by contacting Matt Peterson, Forest Recreation Program Manager, at 541-225-6421. Applicants must submit one (1) hard copy and one (1) electronic copy of their application package, supporting documents, and business plan. All applications must be received by the forest no later than 4:30 p.m. PDT on Monday, July 10th, 2023.
Complete proposals must be mailed to: Willamette National Forest, Forest Supervisor, Dave Warnack, Attention: Matt Peterson, 3106 Pierce Parkway, Suite D, Springfield, OR 97477.
Applicants must submit the required processing fee with each proposal submitted. Selected applicant are responsible for the costs of preparing and issuing the permit. Additionally, the selected applicant will be required to undergo a Financial Ability Determination (FAD), unless the Forest Service has conducted a FAD for the applicant within the past year and no changes are necessary to bring it up to date.
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