State of New Hampshire - Food Service Concession: Cannon Mountain & Flume Gorge - RFP 2027
New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New HampshireState · Concord, NH- Due
- Jan 1, 2027
- 56 days left
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 10 years
- Primary contact
- Jeff Collins
- (603) 823-8800
The 30-second brief
The New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources seeks written proposals from New England regionally or New Hampshire-based hospitality firms to operate food service concessions at Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway & Ski Area and the Flume Gorge / Gilman Visitors' Center within Franconia Notch State Park. The contracted concessionaire will operate multiple facilities including the Tramway Summit Station 4080' Café, Peabody Base Lodge Food Court, Cannonball Pub, Notchview Lodge Café, Mittersill Performance Center, and food trucks, offering food, beverage, beer, wine, and full liquor licenses while supporting weddings, banquets, and special events. The initial contract term is ten (10) years, with options to extend by two (2) additional five (5) year periods, backed by a minimum $1,000,000 capital improvement commitment. Proposals are due by January 1, 2027, at 3:00 p.m., following a mandatory onsite meeting and site tour on November 18, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Operating Plan (30%), Promotion of NH Tourism (10%), Financial Commitment and commission rate (30%), and Experience, Qualifications and References (30%).
Operating Plan (30%), Promotion of New Hampshire Tourism, emphasizing NH Parks & Recreation Resources (10%), Financial Commitment, including proposed commission rate, and capital improvements plan (30%), Experience and qualifications and References (30%)
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Summary
The New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources seeks written proposals from New England regionally or New Hampshire-based hospitality firms to operate food service concessions at Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway & Ski Area and the Flume Gorge / Gilman Visitors' Center within Franconia Notch State Park.
The contracted concessionaire will operate multiple facilities including the Tramway Summit Station 4080' Café, Peabody Base Lodge Food Court, Cannonball Pub, Notchview Lodge Café, Mittersill Performance Center, and food trucks, offering food, beverage, beer, wine, and full liquor licenses while supporting weddings, banquets, and special events. The initial contract term is ten (10) years, with options to extend by two (2) additional five (5) year periods, backed by a minimum $1,000,000 capital improvement commitment. Proposals are due by January 1, 2027, at 3:00 p.m., following a mandatory onsite meeting and site tour on November 18, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Operating Plan (30%), Promotion of NH Tourism (10%), Financial Commitment and commission rate (30%), and Experience, Qualifications and References (30%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Statement of fact regarding no felony convictions, operating plan menu, business plan and financial projections, financial statements, three business references, past two years of food service health inspections and liquor compliance, customer survey results, proof of general liability insurance including liquor liability, proof of Workers' Compensation insurance, local and State licensing and permitting, commitment letter to fund $1,000,000 at minimum for improvements
- Submit to
- Jeff Collins, Interim General Manager, Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway & Ski Area, Franconia Notch State Park, 260 Tramway Drive, Franconia, NH 03580 (electronic format on USB flash drive and five hard copies)
- Duration
- 120 months
- Scope location
- Franconia Notch State Park, NH
- Reported agency
- State of New Hampshire
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New Hampshire?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 1, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Jeff Collins, Interim General Manager, Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway & Ski Area, Franconia Notch State Park, 260 Tramway Drive, Franconia, NH 03580 (electronic format on USB flash drive and five hard copies). For questions, contact Jeff Collins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New Hampshire in NH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jeff Collins at (603) 823-8800. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Operating Plan (30%), Promotion of New Hampshire Tourism, emphasizing NH Parks & Recreation Resources (10%), Financial Commitment, including proposed commission rate, and capital improvements plan (30..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 10 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 1, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Statement of fact regarding no felony convictions, operating plan menu, business plan and financial projections, financial statements, three business references, past two years of food service health. Review the full document from New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources | State of New Hampshire for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Franconia Notch State Park, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.