Illinois Historic Preservation Agency

04/06/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/07/2026 10:36

IDNR invites potential vendors to pre-bid meeting for restaurant concessions at Illini State Park

SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites interested vendors to attend a pre-bid meeting for a restaurant concessionaire at Illini State Park Area in LaSalle County.

The mandatory pre-bid meeting will take place at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 16 at the Illini State Park concessions building. 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 and meeting information is available on the BidBuy website . Search NIGP code 961-15 to receive notifications for upcoming IDNR concession pre-bid meetings.

For additional information call 217-782-1274.

Illini State Park
is located at 2660 East 2350th Road in Marseilles. The site features fishing, hiking, hunting, equestrian trails, water recreation and camping with concessions. The park attracts more than 650,000 visitors annually.

About IDNR


The Illinois Department of Natural Resources was established in 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 and follow us on Facebook , YouTube and LinkedIn .
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