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Opportunity at Silver Falls State Park

The request for proposals is now closed. Find more information under Silver Falls Concession Opportunity below for next steps. 

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The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department uses the OregonBuys e-procurement system to advertise our contracting and procurement opportunities. ​Need help? Look for the contact information on the website.


NEW OPPORTUNITY: The request for proposals closed Sept. 23, 2024 ​for the business opportunity at Silver Falls State Park, Oregon's crown jewel and one of the most popular and beautiful parks in a state.

The business opportunity is to operate lodging, dining and event services at the Smith Creek Village as well as dining services at South Falls Café and event services at two historic ranches used for large gatherings. It's a must-see destination with opportunity for growth as visitation continues to rise and new park features are slated to open in 2026 including a new visitors center and campground. Photos of the properties​



Business Opportunity Schedule (REVISED-note new closing date)

Event/DeadlineDateTime (PT)

Open Houses at Silver Falls State Park

 

August 16, 2024  1:00 PM- 4:00 PM

August 17, 2024  9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Questions and Requests for Clarification dueSeptember 16, 2024  2:00 PM
Closing – Notices of Interest dueSeptember 23, 2024  2:00 PM
Tentative Interviews SlotsOctober 22, 2024 8:00 AM-4:00 PM 
Notice of Award (approx.)October 24, 2024 
Award Protest Period ends7 calendar days after Notice of Intent to Award​​

Business Opportunity Documents

Business Opportunity for Concession Service

Questions and Answers

Exhibit A -Special Procurement for Concession Service

Exhibit B- Business Description

Exhibit C-Financial Information Submittal Form

Exhibit D-Reference Check Form​

Business Opportunity-Personal Property List

Tour Sign-In Form

2023 Facility and Utility Expenses Sheet

Evaluation of Notices of Interest​ 

The opportunity closed September 23, 2024.  


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Concessioners are an important aspect of the park visitor experience. They provide facilities, services and goods that the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is unable to offer, including:

  • marina operations
  • historic hotel operations
  • bungee jumping
  • equestrian rides
  • equipment rental
  • recreation guided tours
  • food services
Concession opportunities are posted on the OregonBuys e-procurement system. Need help? Look for the contact information on the website.

Questions about concessions at a park? Please contact the park manager.


September 15, 2022 Note: We are not accepting applications for ATV Permit Agents at this time. We'll update this information when we resume accepting applications.

ATV Permit Sales Manual

How to apply:

Send a request by regular mail or email to: 

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department 
ATV Agent Program 
725 Summer Street NE, Suite C 
Salem, OR 97301-1271                
oprd.permits@oprd.oregon.gov​

Secretary of State Registration, Agreement and Bond 
Potential agents must be registered with the Oregon Secretary of State Business Registry and must enter into a written agreement for selling permits.  Please provide business registry number when sending request to apply.  Agents may be assigned up to 250 permits without a bond. Agents needing more than 250 permits at a time will be required to execute either a corporate surety bond or a case performance bond to OPRD. 



Contacts

Contracts and Procurement

Senior Contracts Specialist
503-779-7834

Bryant Hayes
Contracts Specialist
503-779-5566

Oregon COBID Firms may contact the
OPRD COBID Team at this address:

Concessions

Senior Contracts Specialist
503-779-7834

Parking and ATV Operating Permit Agents

Email: oprd.permits@oprd.oregon.gov