Bid guide
How to bid on Tahoe National Forest Concessions for the Forest Service
What the Forest Service is buying
The Forest Service is looking for a business to operate and maintain 35 government-owned recreation facilities within the Tahoe National Forest. This includes campgrounds, group campgrounds, boat launches, and day-use sites. This is a concession special use permit, meaning you would provide public services at these locations.
The facilities generate an average of over $1.3 million in gross revenue annually. This opportunity is for a business interested in managing and operating multiple outdoor recreation sites.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on May 29, 2026. The deadline for submitting your application is September 30, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET.
There is a mandatory site visit scheduled for June 23-24, 2026. You must RSVP for this site visit by June 16, 2026, by contacting Mary Sullivan at [email protected]. Attending this visit is important for understanding the scope of work.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses with experience in facilities management, particularly in outdoor recreation, hospitality, or park operations. Firms that have managed multiple sites, especially campgrounds, boat launches, or day-use areas, would be a good fit.
The concession model means you would be operating government-owned facilities and providing services to the public, so experience in customer service and facility maintenance is key. This falls under the facilities category for government contracting.
How to access the solicitation
To view the full solicitation, click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all the documents. Some solicitations allow you to view documents without an account.
Tips for a competitive response
Thoroughly review all documents provided in the prospectus to understand the full scope of operations, maintenance requirements, and expected service levels. Pay close attention to any specific performance standards or reporting requirements.
Since a mandatory site visit is required, prepare questions in advance to ask during the visit. This will demonstrate your engagement and help you gather critical information for your application. Highlight your experience in managing similar facilities and your approach to customer service and environmental stewardship in your proposal.
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 Forest Service; the original posting controls.