News Release

National Park Service Seeks Proposals for Kayak Rental Services at Glacier Bay

News Release Date: October 19, 2026

GUSTAVUS, Alaska — The National Park Service is seeking proposals for a 10-year concession contract to provide kayak rental services at Bartlett Cove in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve.

The concession prospectus outlines the business opportunity, contract terms and conditions, and requirements for submitting a proposal. The prospectus and additional information, including guidance for preparing a competitive proposal, are available online. 

Questions about the business opportunity must be submitted in writing to Ginger Irvine at e-mail us by 4 p.m. Alaska time Oct. 21, 2026.

Interested parties must submit a Notice of Intent to Propose by 4 p.m. Alaska time Oct. 28, 2026, following the instructions in Part II of the prospectus.

The National Park Service will accept electronic proposals only through its Microsoft Teams platform. Parties submitting a Notice of Intent to Propose will receive an email invitation to access the designated Teams site and must accept the invitation before uploading their proposals. Proposals submitted by email, through another electronic platform or in hard copy will not be accepted.

Important deadlines

• Oct. 21, 2026: Written questions due by 4 p.m. Alaska time.
• Oct. 28, 2026: Notice of Intent to Propose due by 4 p.m. Alaska time.
• Dec. 28, 2026: Electronic proposals due.
• Jan. 4, 2027: Hard copy of the offeror's transmittal letter due.

Applicants should review Part II, Proposal Instructions, of the prospectus for complete submission requirements.

About the National Park Service 

Since 1916, the National Park Service has been entrusted with the care of America’s national parks. With the help of volunteers and partners, we safeguard these special places and share their stories with millions of people every year. Learn more at nps.gov.

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