Bid guide
How to bid on Connecticut Partnerships in Parks Initiative RFI from CT DEEP
What the agency is buying and why a vendor would care
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is looking for ideas from private businesses for potential partnerships. This is part of their Partnerships in Parks initiative. The goal is to improve outdoor recreation and visitor experiences, increase access to the outdoors, and expand tourism destinations within Connecticut State Parks.
This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a direct contract for purchase. It's an opportunity for your business to propose innovative ideas that align with DEEP's goals, potentially leading to future collaboration or solicitations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information was published on August 20, 2025. The deadline for submitting your response is November 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
After the deadline, DEEP will review the submitted information to gather ideas and insights for potential future initiatives related to the Partnerships in Parks program.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can offer services or ideas related to outdoor recreation, visitor experience enhancement, increasing public access to outdoor spaces, or developing tourism destinations. This could include firms in hospitality, recreation management, event planning, environmental services, or related fields.
The RFI is open to a wide range of private-sector entities interested in partnering with the state to improve its park system.
How to respond
To respond to this RFI, you need to access the original posting on CTsource, Connecticut's statewide procurement portal. The solicitation number is DEEP-2026-007-MM.
While viewing the bid documents is public and does not require an account, downloading documents or submitting your response will require a free CTsource account. Ensure you complete your submission before the stated deadline.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response to this RFI, focus on clearly articulating how your ideas align with DEEP's stated goals: elevating outdoor recreation, increasing access, and expanding tourism. Provide specific examples or concepts.
Since this is an RFI, emphasize your capabilities, experience, and innovative approaches. Clearly explain the benefits your proposed partnership would bring to Connecticut State Parks and their visitors. Ensure your submission is well-organized and easy to understand.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection; the original posting controls.