Use of the Former Recreation Center

The City of South Lake Tahoe is seeking interested parties to propose public use of the former Recreation Center located at 1180 Rufas Allen Blvd., a 34,000 square foot facility featuring a swimming pool, locker rooms, gymnasium, multi-purpose rooms, meeting space, kitchen, and offices. The primary goal is to repurpose the space for recreational activities that serve the community, with the selected party responsible for covering all ongoing maintenance and any necessary capital improvements. Annual maintenance costs are estimated at $606,900, though this amount may fluctuate based on the type and frequency of use, as well as the condition of aging infrastructure; costs could be reduced if the pool is not operated. There is no requirement for a bid bond, and the solicitation is open under RFI# 2026-06-29, with responses due by June 29, 2026. The facility is classified under NAICS code 713940, indicating recreation-related services, and the City Manager Department of South Lake Tahoe is managing the process. Interested parties must coordinate with Brian Dossey, the primary point of contact, via email at bdossey@cityofslt.gov, and all proposals must demonstrate financial capacity to sustain the facility’s operations long-term while aligning with public recreational objectives.