Facility Operation and Management of the Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort

The Siskiyou County Flood Control and Water Conservation District is seeking a qualified professional operator for the complete facility operation and management of the 270-acre Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort in Mount Shasta, California. The selected operator will be responsible for day-to-day operations, maintenance, and capital improvements for a facility serving approximately 35,906 annual guests. The scope of work includes managing over 380 RV, tent, and park model sites, a general store, a restaurant, and a marina featuring a boat ramp, bait shop, and gas dock. Key operational duties include managing on-site water and sewage systems, performing routine building maintenance, and handling snow removal for accumulations of four inches or less. The operator must ensure all campsites are available during the peak season from May through September and provide free public daily access from December 1 to March 1, all while adhering to the Davis-Grunsky Act and District flood control mandates. The contract is established for a primary term of 30 years, with the District holding options to extend for two additional 10-year periods. Compensation is based on a professional services agreement where the operator provides a financial proposal including a franchise fee and royalty structure paid to the District. Road maintenance costs are shared, with the District covering the first 10,000 dollars annually and the operator covering any overages. Proposers must demonstrate fiscal stability, provide a five-year capital investment plan, and maintain significant insurance coverage, including 2 million dollars in general liability and 1 million dollars for both workers' compensation and automobile insurance. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026, and will be evaluated based on qualifications, approach, experience, references, and proposed cost.