Okla. Admin. Code § 725:30-22-1.2

Current through Vol. 42, No. 4, November 1, 2024

Section 725:30-22-1.2 - Examination

(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.

Okla. Admin. Code § 725:30-22-1.2

Adopted by Oklahoma Register, Volume 37, Issue 24, September 1, 2020, eff. 9/11/2020

Amended by Oklahoma Register, Volume 39, Issue 24, September 1, 2022, eff. 9/11/2021