Summary
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation released a prospectus soliciting proposals to operate concession services at the Silos Recreation Area, Canyon Ferry Reservoir near Townsend, MT, covering campsites, group shelters, boat ramps, and related services. The opportunity is for a 20-year concession contract requiring the concessionaire to operate, maintain, and repair facilities, establish a repair-and-replacement reserve account, and pay a franchise fee of no less than 3% of gross revenues. A site visit/open house is scheduled for August 13, 2026, questions are due August 17, 2026, and sealed proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time on August 28, 2026.