(a) Prior to issuing an RFP a determination will be made whether the proposed operation would be a desirable addition to the Department. Department staff shall make this determination after an analysis of the following considerations:
- (1) Economic viability,
- (2) Environmental impact,
- (3) Impact on the property infrastructure,
- (4) Compatibility with the overall property and its nature,
- (5) Benefits to the park visitor and the citizens of Oklahoma, and
- (6) Impact on and compatibility with other concession leases.
- (b) The Department will consult with any owner or federal agency as required by either law or contract.
- (c) The Department may require a feasibility study or other information in the event that the Concession is being proposed by a third party, which shall be done at the expense of the proposing party. Any party proposing a new Concession shall receive no preference or special consideration and such new Concession shall be subject to an RFP process if pursued by the Department.
- (d) The determination of the Department whether to proceed with an RFP for a proposed Concession Lease shall rest solely with the Department. Such decision shall not be subject to the Administrative Procedures Act.
Added at 37 Ok Reg 635, eff 3-9-20 (emergency)
Added at 37 Ok Reg 2255, eff 9-11-20
Amended at 39 Ok Reg 2327, eff 9-11-22