Honey Creek Resort Concessionaire Operations

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking one or more concessionaires to operate Honey Creek Resort’s resort and marina operations, golf course operations, or both under an initial five-year contract with up to five one-year renewals.

Iowa > Department of Administrative Services > Central Procurement


General
Open
005-RFP-3057-2027
Nov 10, 2026 08:00 PM
Sep 06, 2026 11:30 PM
5 years base + 5 × 1 year options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
jocelyn.brincks@das.iowa.gov
+15154993659
1305 East Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA, USA
Description

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking concessionaire services at Honey Creek Resort State Park, including operation of the resort and marina, the golf course, or both. The agency may award one contract covering both concessions or separate contracts for the resort and golf course. The solicitation requires separate technical and cost proposals. Respondents must complete the technical proposal requirements and submit a separate cost proposal using the attached Exhibit A form. A public copy of the technical proposal is required if confidential treatment is requested on Form 22; redlined contract terms must be submitted as a separate Microsoft Word document if taking exceptions. Respondents must also complete the procurement system’s required certifications and responses, including the prohibited-company certification and any applicable list information. The contract is planned for an initial five-year term with five optional one-year renewals.

Classification Codes
NAICS713930Marinas
PSCM1PAOPERATION OF RECREATION FACILITIES (NON-BUILDING)
Smart Codes
resort operationsmarina operationsgolf course operations
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Sep 6, 2026-RFP Issue Date
Sep 15, 2026-Written Questions Due
Sep 23, 2026-Questions Regarding Pre-Proposal Conference Due
Sep 30, 2026 08:00 PM-Mandatory Pre-Proposal Conference and Site Visit (required)
Meet in the Main Lodge using the main entrance.
Oct 30, 2026-Responses to Written Questions Posted
Nov 10, 2026 08:00 PM-Proposal Due Date
Requirements
Required
  • General Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Automobile Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Excess Liability, Umbrella Form — $2,000,000.00
  • Property Damage — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers Compensation and Employer Liability
Required
  • Within the last 5 years
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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