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Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
10/19/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/20/2025 10:00
IDNR invites potential vendors to pre-bid meeting for concession operation at Lowden State Park
SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Natural Resources invites interested vendors to attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting for operating a concession and camp store at Lowden State Park in Ogle County.
The pre-bid meeting will occur at the concessions building at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. During the meeting, participants will receive essential details on the bid submission process, contract terms, expectations and requirements.
IDNR encourages all interested vendors to register in BidBuy at https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov . There is no cost to register. Additional site-specific concessions information is available on the BidBuy website . Search NIGP code 961-15 to receive notifications for upcoming IDNR concession pre-bid meetings.
Lowden State Park,
at 1411 N. River Road in Oregon, attracted more than 420,000 visitors in 2024. This historical park near Illinois 2 features camping, hiking trails, fishing and boating on the scenic Rock River. Admission to Illinois state parks is always free.
at 1411 N. River Road in Oregon, attracted more than 420,000 visitors in 2024. This historical park near Illinois 2 features camping, hiking trails, fishing and boating on the scenic Rock River. Admission to Illinois state parks is always free.
About IDNR
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is celebrating 100 years of conservation and service to the people of Illinois throughout 2025. The department was established July 1, 1925, as the Illinois Department of Conservation, bringing under one umbrella oversight of fish and game, forestry, public works, and lakes.
Today, IDNR's work encompasses management of about 400 sites across Illinois, including state parks and historic sites; wildlife, fisheries, forestry, and natural heritage; Lake Michigan water allocation and coastal management; conservation police; mines and minerals; oil and gas; issuance of licenses, permits, and numerous grants; the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta; and the Illinois State Museum. Visit https://dnr.illinois.gov for more information.
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