Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-14.5

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 11, December 11, 2024

Rule 571-14.5 - Concession contract-general

The term of the concession contract shall be for no more than a ten-year period without being subject to the renewal process as outlined in this chapter. The contract may be amended during its term, in writing, and effective only if the amendments are approved by all parties.

(1)Construction. The contract may allow the construction of department-approved buildings or other facilities by the concessionaire in lieu of annual concession fee payments on an equal value basis. The value of the buildings or facilities shall be based on actual, documented cost of construction. Any structures built under this contract condition shall become state property and cannot be removed by the concessionaire unless removal is required by the contract.

(2)Insurance. Insurance coverage required to be carried by the concessionaire shall be "occurrence" type rather than "claims made."

(3)Exclusive rights. The contract gives the concessionaire exclusive rights to conduct the concession operation in a particular state park or recreation area. The concessionaire must have department approval prior to allowing other vendors to do business in the area under the terms of the contract. This provision does not prohibit the department from allowing other vendors in an area if the department identifies a service that is not under contract with the concessionaire and the concessionaire declines to provide that service.

(4)Temporary authorization. If necessary, the department director shall have authority to issue a temporary letter of authorization to enable the successful bidder to operate a concession pending approval of the contract by the commission if commission approval is required by statute. The letter of authorization will incorporate all stipulations and conditions of the contract. The term of the letter of authorization shall not exceed 90 calendar days from the date of issuance.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-14.5

ARC 9552B, lAB 6/1/11, effective 7/6/11

Adopted by IAB May 1, 2024/Volume XLVI, Number 22, effective 6/5/2024