Tahoe National Forest Prospectus for Concessions and related Granger-Thye Concessions

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Appendix 11: FS-2700-4h, Appendix B, Granger-Thye Fee Offset Agreement, outlines the terms and conditions for a holder to offset their annual land use fee through the performance of specific maintenance, reconditioning, renovation, or improvement (MRRI) projects. It details the process for claiming and verifying these costs.

• Authority: Section 7 of the Granger-Thye Act, 16 U.S.C. 580d.
• Agreement Parties: Holder and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service.
• Land Use Fee Offset: A specified percentage of the total estimated annual land use fee can be offset by the holder's costs for approved MRRI projects.
• Allowable Costs: Includes salaries, wages, materials, supplies, subcontracts, and indirect costs based on an approved rate.
• Project Documentation: Holders must submit documentation of actual costs and certify their accuracy and completeness.
• Forest Service Verification: The Forest Service will verify documentation before granting any fee offset.
• Project Table: A table is provided for itemizing projects, including description, due date, estimated cost, completion date, and actual cost.
• Davis-Bacon Act Requirements: May apply if the total estimated cost of Government MRRI projects exceeds $2,000 and the holder is a private or governmental entity contracting with a private entity.
• Certification: A specific form (FS-2700-4h, Appendix G) is required for certifying the accuracy of cost documentation.

This document is crucial for potential bidders who may be interested in opportunities involving fee offset agreements. It clarifies how costs incurred for specific projects can be used to reduce the annual land use fee, providing a financial incentive for undertaking these MRRI projects. Bidders need to understand the requirements for documenting and claiming these costs to ensure successful fee offset applications.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This prospectus solicits applications for a concession campground special use permit to operate and maintain Government-owned recreation facilities on the American River, Sierraville, Truckee, and Yuba River Ranger Districts of the Tahoe National Forest. The permit will cover developed sites including campgrounds and day-use areas.

• Operation and maintenance of developed recreation sites.

• Adherence to Forest Service Concession Programs and Policies, including participation in Recreation.gov for reservations.

• Provision of customer service and cleanliness standards.

• Compliance with accessibility guidelines (ADA/ABA and FSORAG).

• Management of utilities and waste.

• Hazard tree removal and reporting.

• Compliance with applicable Forest Orders.

• Collection and reporting of use and revenue data.

• Provision of a customer service comment mechanism.

• Performance evaluations will be conducted annually.

• Permit term: Up to 5 years, with an option to extend for an additional 5 years at the sole discretion of the authorized officer.

• Minimum annual fee: $67,516.46 (subject to adjustment).

• Fee offset agreements (Granger-Thye) are possible, allowing permit fees to be offset by the value of Government maintenance, reconditioning, renovation, and improvement (MRRI) performed by the permit holder.

• Applications must be submitted by close of business on September 7th, 2026.

• A hard copy and an electronic copy on a flash drive are required.

• Key application components include: Proposed Annual Operating Plan, Business Plan, Business Experience, References, Financial Resources, Fees Charged to the Public, Fee to the Government, and an Initial Processing Fee ($600).

• Evaluation criteria are listed in descending order of importance: Proposed annual operating plan, Business plan/experience/references, Financial resources, Fees charged to the public, and Fee to the Government.

• The Forest Service will select the application offering the best overall value to the Government, which may involve a trade-off between fee and technical merit.

• A facility tour is scheduled for June 23rd and 24th, 2026. RSVP by June 16th.

• Deadline to submit questions regarding the prospectus is August 10th, 2026.

• All applicants have an equal opportunity to apply, except for members of Congress, Resident Commissioners, and current Forest Service employees.

• The prospectus provides detailed information on area description, developed sites, government-furnished property and supplies, utilities, water systems, concession programs, pass discounts, site closure, administrative use, applicable forest orders, fee collection, customer service, performance evaluations, accessibility, camping unit capacity, stay limits, fees charged to the public, law enforcement, and other pertinent information.

• Applicants are encouraged to visit the sites before applying.

• The Forest Service does not guarantee a profitable operation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Appendix 1: Vicinity and Area Maps," is an attachment to the "Prospectus for Campground and Related Granger-Thye Concessions, Tahoe National Forest." It provides visual aids to help potential bidders understand the geographical context of the opportunity.

• Vicinity Map of California: Shows the general location of the Tahoe National Forest within the state, highlighting major cities and highway routes.
• Tahoe National Forest Map: Details the boundaries of the National Forest, its various Ranger Districts (Yuba River, Sierraville, American River, Truckee), wilderness areas, and major roads.
• Specific Vicinity Maps: Provides detailed maps for various areas and highways within the forest, including:
  • Highway 89 North
  • Highway 89 South
  • I-80 & Highway 20
  • Sierra Buttes Gold Lakes Hwy
  • Jackson Meadows Reservoir
  • Truckee Reservoirs Complex
• Maps of Developed Recreation Sites: Includes detailed layouts for numerous campgrounds and day-use areas within the Tahoe National Forest, such as:
  • North Fork Campground
  • Onion Valley Campground
  • Tunnel Mills Campground
  • Aspen Picnic Area
  • East Meadows Campground
  • Findley Campground
  • Fir Top Campground
  • Little Lasier Meadow Horse Camp
  • Lower Little Truckee Campground
  • Pass Creek Campground
  • Pass Creek Annex Campground
  • Upper Little Truckee Campground
  • Woodcamp Campground
  • Boca Campground
  • Boca Boat Launch
  • Boca Rest Campground (North Loop and other sections)
  • Boca Springs Campground
  • Boyington Mill Campground
  • Captain Roberts Boat Ramp
  • Emigrant Group Campground
  • Goose Meadow Campground
  • Granite Flat Campground (Overview and specific loops)
  • Lakeside Campground
  • Logger Campground (Overview and specific loops)
  • Prosser Family Campground
  • Prosser Ranch Group Campground and Boat Launch
  • Silver Creek Campground
  • Berger Campground
  • Big Bend Group Campground & Day Use Area
  • Diablo Campground
  • Hampshire Rocks Campground
  • Packsaddle Campground
  • Salmon Creek Campground
  • Sardine Lake Campground
  • Snag Lake Campground

These maps are crucial for bidders to understand the physical locations, accessibility, and layout of the campgrounds and related facilities that are part of the concession opportunity. They provide essential geographical context for operational planning, site assessment, and understanding the scope of services required.