2026-RFP-17 Floating Water Park: Sub-License to Use

The City of Penticton is seeking qualified vendors to operate a seasonal floating water park on Okanagan Lake, along with associated beach operations, under a five-year Sub-License to Use Agreement beginning June 1, 2027. The successful proponent will be responsible for all aspects of the water park including installation, daily operation, routine maintenance, security services, and complete removal at the end of each season, all in compliance with the agreed-upon terms. The licensed area is specifically defined as Blocks C and D, District Lot 219s, SDYD, Plan EPC1316, as illustrated in the contract documents, and activities must be conducted exclusively within this designated zone on the lakeshore. Proposals must be submitted by June 11, 2026, following a mandatory pre-bid site meeting scheduled for May 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Okanagan Lake Beach across from Salty’s Beach House at 1000 Lakeshore Drive West. The solicitation, identified as 2026-RFP-17 with reference number BC229526, was posted on May 15, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 713110 for amusement and recreation activities. All inquiries and communications should be directed to the contracting authority at procurement@penticton.ca. The process is open to qualified vendors with the capability to manage a large-scale, high-traffic recreational facility while ensuring public safety, environmental compliance, and operational continuity over the term of the license.