Expression of Interest - Blair Athol Recreation Hall
Consultation has concluded
THE OPPORTUNITY
Isaac Regional Council is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) for an incorporated association to lease the Blair Athol Recreation Hall for community recreational purposes.
THE LOCATION
The land is legally described as being part of Lot 1 on SP296846, and is located at 93 Rubyvale Road, Clermont.
The land is owned by Queensland State Government, represented by the Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy (DNRME); and managed by the Isaac Regional Council as Trustee.
The land has been dedicated as a Recreation Reserve by DNRME.
A Recreation Reserve is to be used for active recreation facilities.
THE FACILITY
The facility is approximately 820 square metres under roof. Council has made a significant investment in the facility recently to ensure it is safe and compliant. Any upgrades and/or fit out will be the responsibility of the final successful EOI submission and must be approved by Council before commencement of works.
Isaac Regional Council encourages the sharing of facilities and would be pleased to accept joint Expressions of Interest from Community Groups.
INSPECTION
An inspection of the facility can be arranged for Respondents by contacting Council's Senior Community Leasing Officer, Kelly Shepherd, on (07) 4846 3308.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Guidelines for EOI Respondents document attached provides further information to assist when completing the Respondent's Submission Document.
Also attached under Important Information is a Draft Standard Terms for Trustee Lease which outlines the terms and conditions of leasing with Council.
The Base Building Responsibilities document gives categories and examples of maintenance and who is responsible.
A copy of Council's Rates Concession - Not for Profit Policy is also included to outline the generous concessions offered to Not for Profit organisations.
TENURE AND CHARGES
The facility tenant is responsible for the day-to-day running, operation, management and promotion of the facility and associated costs.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND CHARGES
Item | Requirement |
Term | By negotiation |
Facility hours of operation | In consultation with Council, it is the responsibility of the tenure holder to determine and regulate the facility hours of operation. Please address potential hours of operation in your EOI application. |
Permitted use | As per Expression of Interest Guidelines |
Lease Fees | $600.00 ex GST per annum |
Reasonable outgoings | All outgoings will be paid by the tenant Rates, electricity, telephone/internet, water, cleaning, garbage/waste, etc. Not for profit organisations are eligible to apply for a Rates Concession. |
Insurance | The tenure holder must hold Public Liability Insurance of $20M for the duration of the tenure and is responsible for contents insurance and a damage policy covering buildings and fixtures to full replacement value. |
Maintenance and fit out | All proposed refurbishments must be submitted to Council for approval prior to commencing and will be at the cost of the successful tenure holder. At its own cost, the tenure holder must keep the facility clean and maintained in good and substantial repair and condition. Including but not limited to all amenities, gutter cleaning, smoke alarms, pest control, plumbing/electrical, floor surfaces, air conditioning servicing, carpark area, grounds, fixtures and fittings and fire services |
Cleanliness | The facility must be cleaned regularly including the storage, yards and carpark areas and rubbish removed weekly. |
EOI ASSESMENT CRITERIA
An assessment panel will be evaluating the proposals against the following key selection criteria:
- Operational and financial ability to manage and operate the facility long-term (30%)
- Facility Management (30%)
- Meet regulatory framework and requirements (20%)
- Understanding of the local community (20%)
The Assessment Panel will not redress errors in applications. If an application is deemed ineligible, it may not be assessed.
