Neptune Terrace Building, Marine Parade, Isle of Sheppey, Kent - Lease

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    "id": "GB-CFS-150982",
    "name": "Swale Borough Council"
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  "date": "2025-05-13T13:32:56+01:00",
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        "countryName": "England",
        "locality": "Sittingbourne",
        "postalCode": "ME103HT",
        "streetAddress": "Swale Borough Council, Swale House, East Street"
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      "contactPoint": {
        "email": "charlotteknowles@swale.gov.uk",
        "name": "Charlotte Knowles",
        "telephone": "+44 1795417584"
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    "description": "Neptune Terrace Building, Marine Parade, Isle of Sheppey, Kent.  ME12 2AW (Formerly used as a Storage facility and Office space)\r\n\r\nExpressions of Interest for Lease\r\n\r\nSwale Borough Council is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from organisations to occupy, manage and maintain Neptune Terrace building, Marine Parade, with the objective being to secure income for Swale Borough Council and to optimise local economic and community benefit.  \r\n\r\nIt is located a short walk from the High Street and train station in Sheerness. The building is adjacent to the beach with the rear outside space fenced by linked metal gates and sea defence wall. This single storey building comprises of two rooms with separate entrances. One room is predominately used for storage and the other for office. It has an EPC rating of D valid until 2033. \r\n\r\nThe building\u0027s gross internal area is approximately 76m2 (818.06ft2).  Site Plan and a Location Plan enclosed \r\n\r\nThe building was previously occupied by a local organisation providing community services and has recently undergone some light refurbishment works. It is currently vacant. \r\n\r\nThe Council is seeking an experienced operator that will optimise the income revenue to the Council and or the economic and community benefit for the locality.  \r\n\r\nResponses to this invitation should be sent to KentBusinessPortal and received by Friday 30th May 13.00pm.  Any proposals should assume that the lease for the building will commence within two months of offer / in the third quarter of 2025. The permitted use will solely be for the provision of delivering a service that will benefit the local economy and community. No other use will be permitted without the express consent of the Landlord. \r\n\r\nAs a minimum, proposals should detail the following\r\n\r\n\u2022\tDetails about the organisation making the proposal, including any relevant experience.\r\n\u2022\tDetails of the preferred and acceptable lease period.\r\n\u2022\tAnnual rent being offered to Swale Borough Council and/or any Commercial offering e.g. profit share etc.\r\n\u2022\tA Business Plan that demonstrates that the proposal is viable and sustainable for the duration of the lease\r\nThe following details should be included as a minimum:\r\n\u2022\tProposed operating model\r\n\u2022\tMarketing proposals\r\n\u2022\tDetails of how any maintenance repairs will be funded\r\n\u2022\tYour organisations  latest accounts covering the last two years or period that is available if operating less than two years. \r\n\r\n\u2022\tFinancial projections demonstrating a strong viability, showing profit \u0026 loss forecasts and any surplus in addition to a cash-flow for at least 3 years,\r\n\u2022\tDetails relating to managing H \u0026 S Statutory requirements\r\n\r\n\u2022\tDetails of any other innovative activities proposed to increase usage, occupation, income generation and economic and community benefit.\r\n\u2022\t Evidence of previous experience/operations of a similar nature\r\nPlease email evaharris@swale.gov.uk if you require further information or to arrange to view the premises.\r\nContinue below.\r\n\r\nAdditional information: \r\nOn receipt of the responses, the Council will evaluate responses with a view to appointing an organisation in June 2025 subject to agreeing final Heads of Terms.\r\n\r\n\tThe evaluation process will be as follows:\r\n\r\nEvaluation criteria\tMaximum points\r\nOperating Model\t30\r\nRent provisions \t20\r\nFinancial Forecasts and Cash-Flow Information\t20\r\nTechnical and professional ability\t20\r\nHealth and Safety\t10\r\nTOTAL\t100",
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    "title": "Neptune Terrace Building, Marine Parade, Isle of Sheppey, Kent - Lease"
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