How to bid on operating and preserving the Gideon Putnam Hotel for NYS Parks

What New York State Parks is seeking

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is seeking an operator to run and preserve the Gideon Putnam Hotel in Saratoga Spa State Park, Saratoga Springs. The solicitation is issued by the Concessions Management Bureau.

The opportunity is listed under Real Property, Office, Hotel, Conferences & Meeting Space. Firms interested in hotel operations and preservation may want to review the full solicitation.

Key date and deadline

The solicitation was published October 17, 2026. Bids are due December 15, 2026, at 10:59 PM ET.

Submit according to the instructions in the ad. The available information does not specify what happens after the deadline.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit firms with experience operating hotels or managing properties that require preservation. Review the solicitation to determine the full requirements and whether your firm is a fit.

How to access and respond

Search for the ad on the New York State Contract Reporter; no login is needed to find it. The CR# identifies the ad.

Create a free vendor account to open the full ad, documents, and Q&A. Then submit your bid according to the ad instructions.

Prepare a clear, complete response

Read the full solicitation and all available documents before deciding how to respond. Make a checklist of the requested items, submission steps, and deadline, and follow the ad’s instructions closely.

Explain your relevant operating and preservation experience with specific examples. Have someone review the response for completeness and clarity before submission.