Tender

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

SWALE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

13 May 2025 at 12:32

Summary of the contracting process

Swale Borough Council is seeking organisations interested in leasing the Neptune Terrace Building, located on Marine Parade, Isle of Sheppey, Kent (postal code ME12 2AW). This opportunity is classified under the "Repair and maintenance services" industry category with additional emphasis on "Building and facilities management services". Recently refurbished, it offers approximately 76m² of space suited for purposes benefiting the local economy and community. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with expressions of interest due by 13:00 on 30th May 2025. The lease is intended to commence by August 2025 for an initial one-year term, extendable subject to mutual agreement.

This leasing opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly in sectors related to facility management, community service provision, and economic development. Ideal candidates are small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of enhancing the building's profitability while delivering community benefits. The procurement method is open for innovation, encouraging proposals demonstrating robust operating models, strategic marketing, and financial viability. Businesses with a history of community-focused projects or those offering unique value propositions will have a competitive edge in the tender evaluation process.

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Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Neptune Terrace Building, Marine Parade, Isle of Sheppey, Kent. ME12 2AW (Formerly used as a Storage facility and Office space) Expressions of Interest for Lease Swale 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. It 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. The building's gross internal area is approximately 76m2 (818.06ft2). Site Plan and a Location Plan enclosed The building was previously occupied by a local organisation providing community services and has recently undergone some light refurbishment works. It is currently vacant. The 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. Responses 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. As a minimum, proposals should detail the following * Details about the organisation making the proposal, including any relevant experience. * Details of the preferred and acceptable lease period. * Annual rent being offered to Swale Borough Council and/or any Commercial offering e.g. profit share etc. * A Business Plan that demonstrates that the proposal is viable and sustainable for the duration of the lease The following details should be included as a minimum: * Proposed operating model * Marketing proposals * Details of how any maintenance repairs will be funded * Your organisations latest accounts covering the last two years or period that is available if operating less than two years. * Financial projections demonstrating a strong viability, showing profit & loss forecasts and any surplus in addition to a cash-flow for at least 3 years, * Details relating to managing H & S Statutory requirements * Details of any other innovative activities proposed to increase usage, occupation, income generation and economic and community benefit. * Evidence of previous experience/operations of a similar nature Please email evaharris@swale.gov.uk if you require further information or to arrange to view the premises. Continue below. Additional information: On 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. The evaluation process will be as follows: Evaluation criteria Maximum points Operating Model 30 Rent provisions 20 Financial Forecasts and Cash-Flow Information 20 Technical and professional ability 20 Health and Safety 10 TOTAL 100

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-43ac643c-5b13-4d25-83a5-d26d945bd0f0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/059c1361-e83e-4736-b4c5-594558f235ad
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SWALE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SITTINGBOURNE
Postcode
ME10 3HT
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swale
Electoral Ward
Roman
Westminster Constituency
Sittingbourne and Sheppey

Further Information

Notice Documents

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