CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT

CONTACT: DEP Press Office, 850.245.2112, DEPNews@dep.state.fl.us

DEP SEEKS PARTNER FOR VISITOR SERVICES
AT GAMBLE ROGERS MEMORIAL
STATE RECREATION AREA AT FLAGLER BEACH

~Department seeks a concessionaire to provide services at busy state park~

WHAT:     Mandatory Onsite Meeting

WHEN:     Wednesday, May 18, 2016
                    9 a.m.

WHERE:   Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach
                    3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd.
                    Flagler Beach, FL 32136

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Florida Park Service has released a call for business plans seeking a concessionaire at Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach. Possible services may include food and beverage sales, recreational equipment rentals, merchandise sales and special event offerings.

In fiscal year 2014-15, nearly 150,000 people visited Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach. The park's campground is one of the most popular in the state.

Interested parties must attend the mandatory onsite meeting to be eligible to submit a proposal. Proposals must be submitted no later than 5 p.m. on June 8.

To register for the mandatory meeting or to submit questions in advance, please email Peter.Zadikow@dep.state.fl.us by 5 p.m. on May 17.

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About Florida State Parks, Greenways and Trails 

The Florida Park Service is the proud recipient of three National Gold Medals for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, making Florida America’s first three-time Gold Medal winner.
The awards were received in 1999, 2005 and 2013 from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration and the National Recreation and Park Association.

Florida’s 174 state parks, trails and historic sites inspire residents and visitors with recreation opportunities and scenic beauty that help strengthen families, educate children, expand local economies and foster community pride. With nearly 800,000 acres, 100 miles of beaches and more than 1,500 miles of multi-use trails, residents and visitors should plan to visit soon and often to enjoy Florida’s natural treasures. Download the Florida State Parks Pocket Ranger® mobile app, available on iTunes and Android Market, to plan your trip and enhance your experience. For more information, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org

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