Specifications include, but are not limited to: The operation of a concession building and boat rental at Silver Springs State Fish & Wildlife Area located in Kendall, Illinois. The concessionaire at Silver Springs State Fish & Wildlife Area will be authorized to sell, serve or dispense food, confections, hot and cold non-alcoholic beverages (no glass allowed), souvenirs and novelties, newspapers, post cards, boating equipment, bait, state hunting and fishing stamps, marine, fishing, picnic and camping supplies, and ice. The concessionaire is also allowed to have soda, snack and bait vending machines. The sale of firewood is not allowed. In addition, the concession is authorized to rent non-motorized boats, canoes, peddle boats, kayaks, paddle boards, inner tubes & bicycles, cross country skis and ice fishing supplies. If vendor chooses to sell state hunting and fishing stamps, then the vendor shall become a licensed vendor with IDNR for the sale of these items. In addition, the concessionaire will be authorized to set up a food stand by the office, campground and other locations as long as the food stand location and dates are pre-approved by the Site Superintendent. Video Gaming is not allowed at the concession.
