Extended Bidding Opportunity for Concessionaire Operator at Canyon Ferry’s Silos Recreation Area

BILLINGS, Mont. - The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking a concessionaire to provide commercial services at the Silos Recreation Area, located on the southwestern shore of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, near Townsend, Montana.

The Concession Prospectus package is available at SAM.gov, under Solicitation No. 26-LM-60-CC01. Reclamation has extended the bidding window by 14 days to allow more time for prospective bidders, keeping the solicitation open until September 11, 2026.

Reclamation responses to questions about this Prospectus are also posted on SAM.gov under Solicitation No. 26-LM-60-CC01. For the latest information on the Silos Recreation Area, please visit https://www.usbr.gov/gp/mtao/.

Facts about Canyon Ferry:

Construction on Canyon Ferry Dam began in May of 1948 and was completed in June of 1954. The dam, powerplant, and reservoir constitute the Canyon Ferry Unit. Canyon Ferry Reservoir offers a wide range of water resources, including flood prevention, hydropower generation, irrigation, fish and wildlife habitat, and recreation opportunities.

Canyon Ferry Reservoir is located approximately 15 miles east of Helena. Travel East on East Custer Avenue, which turns into Canyon Ferry Road, approximately 15 miles to the dam.

Canyon Ferry Reservoir offers excellent fishing opportunities for rainbow trout, perch, ling, and walleye, with 33,500 surface acres of water and 96 shoreline miles. Concrete boat ramps, campgrounds, day-use areas, shelters, swimming, and three marinas are also available. View available recreation information here.