Request for Proposals to Lease Mobile Vending Spaces at Gateway National Recreation Area

This Request for Proposals (RFP) provides the opportunity for any interested individual or organization, hereinafter referred to as “Offeror” to submit proposals to the National Park Service (NPS, ‘Lessor’) to lease NPS property at Gateway National Recreation Area for a Commercial Use under the following general terms and conditions. The selected Offerors (Offeror, ‘you’, ‘your’) will have exclusive negotiation rights to enter a Lease(s) based on the attached Sample Lease (See Attachment A). Elements of your proposal may be incorporated into the Lease(s) at Lessor’s discretion. Overview of Property Offered for Lease The facilities for lease are located in the Sandy Hook Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area. The premises include areas such as concrete pads at multiple locations, as well as portions of Beach Plazas and other locations identified by NPS suitable for watercraft and equipment rentals. As water hook-ups and drainage are not available, Lessees will be responsible for providing sufficient water for operations and disposing of gray & wastewater offsite in accordance with NPS policy. Electricity may be available at specific sites. In the event electricity is not provided, gas or propane generators may be permitted in connection with mobile operations. Limited storage space may be available at an additional cost in Lot E to support Lessees’ operations. Use of Property The Offered Leases will authorize use and occupancy of government land and facilities in connection with the sale of food/beverage/convenience items, non-motorized watercraft, non-motorized bicycle rentals, and beach equipment rentals. One Lease will be offered for each lot (e.g. lot D2, lot D3, etc.) shown below. The sale of alcohol is PROHIBITED at all locations. Use Types The following types of services will be considered in the following locations. Hot and/or Cold Food: Lots D2 and D3 This may include a variety of hot foods including but not limited to breakfast items, hot dogs, pizza, hamburgers, hot sandwiches, barbeque, tacos, empanadas, as well other types of cuisine and/or cold foods including but not limited to salads, cold sandwiches, and other types of cuisine Desserts: D1 and Roving This may include a variety of items, including but not limited to, ice cream, candy, and pastries Roving Dessert truck will operate in C1 or E1 based on which lot is open Beach Equipment: Lot D5 Single pole umbrellas not to exceed 8’ in diameter, chairs, and sale of beach sundries Watercraft: Across from Lot C2 Sale or rental of sundries and self-propelled, non-motorized watercraft such as kayaks, regular & stand-up paddle boards Bicycle Rental: Area adjacent to Building 67 with storage in Lot I Bicycle rental of non-electric bicycles including tandem, single, and pedal powered carriage as well as child carriers, comfort seats, and bicycle locks. Sale of bottled beverages permitted Building Codes and Zoning: The premises are owned by the Federal Government and are not subject to the building and zoning regulations of Monmouth County. However, the NPS requires that any repairs or improvements to premises comply with the 2024 International Building Code and 2023 NFPA 70 (NEC), per National Park Service requirement, including the 2024 ICC Codes. The more stringent requirement will be used in the event there is a conflict between the 2024 IBC and the NY UCC

requirements. Minimum Operating Hours: The operating season runs from the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day of each year during which the Lease is in effect. During this period, lessees are required to provide services on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays from 10:00am - 3:00pm at their designated location. Lessees are free to operate at their designated location on additional days and hours during which the park is open to visitors during the period in which the lease is in effect. The operating season may commence earlier and end later than the above indicated period subject to NPS written approval. The Superintendent reserves the right to adjust hours of operation as deemed necessary. Historic Preservation: The selected Applicants will be required to comply with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines; National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and Section 106 compliance; National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); NFPA 914 Code for Protection of Historical Structures when undertaking repairs or improvements to the premises. This means that construction design and drawings must be developed in keeping with the above. Jurisdiction The leased areas are located in an area under the jurisdiction of NPS Law Enforcement Rangers. The Lessees must comply, at their sole cost and expense, with all Applicable Laws and

Requirements (including Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations,

requirements, and policies) in fulfilling its obligations under their Lease(s). It is the responsibility of the Lessees to determine whether they are subject to specific taxes and assessments and abide by those applicable statutes. Any comments made by the NPS in this RFP do not alter those responsibilities, if any, nor should they be construed to take a position nor express a view on behalf of the Lessees. Term of the Lease The term of the proposed leases is non-negotiable. All leases will run through September 30, 2030. Rent The Lessees are required by law to pay, at minimum, a Fair Market Value Rent (FMVR) to NPS. Offerors should identify the fixed amount of Rent they proposed to pay annually in connection with each location for which they are proposing. The first year’s Rent is payable in advance of the Commencement Date and will be prorated based on the Commencement Date. For the subsequent years, Annual Rent will be due on the following schedule: Initial Payment—½ of Annual Rent is due by May 15th of each year Final Payment—½ of Annual Rent is due by July 15th of each year No percentage rent will be accepted for this opportunity. The final rent will be negotiated with the selected Offerors. Insurance During the term of the Lease, the Lessees shall maintain General Liability, Property & Casualty, Worker’s Compensation & Employer’s Liability, and Business Interruption & Extra Expense insurance in amounts set by the Lessor. Further information regarding insurance

requirements can be found in Attachment A (Sample Lease). Lessees’ insurance coverage amounts will be periodically reviewed by the Lessor. These reviews will ensure the Lessees have appropriate coverage in light of any changing circumstances. At Lease commencement, Lessees must provide proof of property insurance in the amount sufficient to provide loss, damage, and destruction coverage for a facility of this size, scope, and use, as well as proof of commercial general liability insurance in the amount of not less than $1,000,000 single/$3,000,000 aggregate, with additional excess liability insurance [umbrella] necessary to provide adequate coverage or protection consistent with industry standards. Utilities The Lessees are solely responsible for all utilities including telephone, cable, and internet access. Subject to advance written approval by the Lessor of any utility service, the Lessees at their sole expense shall make all arrangements with appropriate utility providers (including the Lessor where applicable), for all utilities not provided by the Lessor and furnished to the Premises. Any utility service provided by Lessor will be subject to the Lessor’s established policies and procedures for provision of utility services to third parties. Available Utilities Beach Area C: Electric - Individual meter (at Lessees' expense) Beach Area D: None - Propane or gas powered generator may be allowed Beach Area E: Electric - Invididual meter (at Lessee's expense) Maintenance Responsibilities Lessees’ Responsibilities: Lessees will be responsible for any unscheduled or emergency work (e.g. after-hours drain clearing, plumbing or electrical work) necessary to ensure the successful operation of the Lease Premises. Lessees will be responsible for routine housekeeping. Lessees will be responsible for grounds maintenance within the Lease Premises.

Key Personnel Lessees shall be required to maintain and provide to NPS an updated list of its qualified and experienced personnel, including a list of all contractors and subcontractors utilized in connection with the authorized activity. Premises Condition Facility will be delivered to Lessees, “As-is, with all faults.” Contractors Lessees may utilize contractors to perform repairs, replacements, and improvements, and to provide event services. Contractors must abide by all Lease provisions as well as all local and national laws and regulations. Lessees will require Contractors to maintain appropriate insurance coverage that names the Lessees and the United States of America as an additional insured party. Lessees will develop and implement, subject to NPS prior approval, a contractor informational document, which will inform the contractor(s) of all pertinent information about the site. Trash and Waste Management The below are Lessees obligations: Lessees shall require that hazardous and universal waste generated from the site is disposed of in accordance with state and local laws. Lessees shall ensure that all trash, recycling, and composting meet applicable federal, state, and local