Work With UsBusiness OpportunitiesPrivate businesses play an important role in helping the National Park Service carry out its mission by offering services to park visitors that are not provided directly by the government. By welcoming the private sector as a partner in providing services, we can ensure visitors have access to services they want and need and broaden the economic base of surrounding communities.
Special Use PermitsA special park use is a short-term activity that takes place in a park area and typically provides a benefit to an individual, group, organization, or a First Amendment cause, rather than the public at large. The National Park Service may permit a special park use providing the activity will not cause derogation of the park's resources or values, visitor experiences, or the purpose for which the park was established. The parkway issues Special Use Permits for activities like weddings, group bike tours, filming, car cruises, and public assemblies. Learn more about Special Use Permits. RFEI OPPORTUNITY NOW OPENThree Historic Concession facilities RFEI
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Milepost | Facility | Square Footage | Description | Near |
60.8 | Otter Creek Restaurant and Gift Shop | 3,190 | 57-seat restaurant and gift shop | James River/Lynchburg, VA |
165 | Rocky Knob Cabins | 4,678 | 7 rustic cabins, managers house, and shower house | Floyd and Meadows of Dan, VA |
241.1 | Bluffs Lodge (Units A & B) | 7,953 | 24 rooms for guests, plus additional room in basement | Sparta, NC |
Virtual Q&A sessions will be held on the following dates to allow interested parties to ask questions of park staff about any one of the properties included in this RFEI.
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Session One – focused on Otter Creek, February 27, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. ET
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Session Two – focused on Rocky Knob Cabins, February 28, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. ET
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Session Three – focused on Bluffs Lodge, February 29, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. ET
To receive a link to join one or more meeting, email Rachel Stasny at e-mail us. In-person site visits will be scheduled at each facility by late March.The National Park Service will evaluate responses to the RFEI to inform the next stage in planning for these business opportunities. Responses to the RFEI are due by April 30, 2024. A full review of the process and submission guidelines are linked HERE.
Last updated: February 23, 2024