Thomson Causeway Recreation Area Park Attendant
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, is soliciting proposals for Park Attendant Services at the Thomson Causeway Recreation Area in Thomson, IL. This is a Firm Fixed-Price services contract intended for a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor and personnel to manage campground operations, including fee collection and visitor assistance. Proposals are due by April 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
Services include, but are not limited to:
- Staffing the campground entrance station during specified hours.
- Collecting camping fees and selling interagency passes.
- Registering campers and processing reservations.
- Providing visitor assistance and information on park rules.
- Maintaining the entrance station and immediate surroundings.
- Conducting a minimum of four daily campground tours and logging incidents.
- Adhering to specific dress code and personal appearance standards.
- Providing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supplies (excluding Government Furnished Items).
- Employees and/or subcontractors are required to live on-site in a designated campsite during service periods.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Duration: Base period plus four option periods, not to exceed five years in total.
- Period of Performance (Base Year 2026): April 28, 2026, through October 26, 2026. Option periods extend through October 2030.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 561210 (Facilities Operations Support Services) with a $47,000,000.00 size standard.
- Response Due: April 17, 2026, 2:00 PM CT
- Published Date: April 4, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose proposal is most advantageous to the Government at the lowest price. Quotes must be submitted via email to bradley.j.grothus@usace.army.mil or jeffrey.r.voss@usace.army.mil. Technical inquiries and questions are due by April 10, 2026, to Mr. Bradley J. Grothus.
Additional Notes
Offerors are highly encouraged to make a site visit. A $1,000.00 fidelity bond is required after award. Prevailing Wage Rates will apply, and contractors must provide proof of insurance and valid driver's licenses.