Expression of Interest - Moranbah Pottery Club
Consultation has concluded
THE OPPORTUNITY
Isaac Regional Council is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) for an incorporated association to lease the old Moranbah Pottery Club for community recreational purposes.
THE LOCATION
The land is legally described as being Lot AE on SP232350, part of Lot 19 on SP158749, and is located on Sarchedon Drive, Moranbah.
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 consists of a masonry block structure situated on 1,962 square metres of land. The facility is being offered for tenure in an ‘as is where’ is capacity. Any repairs, upgrades and/or fit out will be the responsibility of the final successful EOI submission. No equipment will be provided, and no guarantees are made in relation to the current condition. Any repairs and upgrades to the facility will be the responsibility of the successful EOI submission.
Recent works completed at the facility by Isaac Regional Council include:
- Replacement of all windows and frames
- Replacement of all external doors with steel doors
- Removal of damaged guttering from the facility
- Installation of new colour bond gutter with downpipes
- Installation of vermin proofing around top of storage room
- Replacement of damaged soffit and re-secured as required in other areas
- Removal of miscellaneous rubbish from inside the facility
- Replacement of missing fixing nuts from steel columns, treat rust and repair
- Full termite inspection completed.
Known works required at the facility - to be completed by tenure holder.
- Install plumbing fixtures and fittings
- Internal fit out
- Internal/external paint
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 stage one EOI application. |
Permitted use | As per Expression of Interest Guidelines |
Lease Fees | By negotiation |
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 refurbish, 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.
Expressions your interest below by Sunday 9 May, 2021.