National Park Service plans to extend, continue and temporarily award park concession contracts
The National Park Service has said it plans to extend some existing concession contracts, keep others running, and issue one temporary contract. A concession contract is an agreement that lets a private business run services such as food, lodging or tours inside a park. The goal is to avoid gaps in visitor services until new competitive contracts are in place.
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What does it mean?
If you visit these national parks, the businesses that provide services there should keep operating without a break. Some current deals will be extended, some will carry on, and one short-term deal will cover things until a longer contract is chosen through competition.
Who is affected?
Visitors to the affected national park units and the businesses that hold park concession contracts.