Guernsey Farm House and North Paddock, Middleton on Sea
Stage Two
Business Plan is programmed to run for 7 weeks from 15th December 2023 to 1st February 2024
It is important that community and voluntary groups, applying to the County Council for the transfer of assets put forward a robust viable business case in support of any proposal.
The following sets out the requirements that need to be demonstrated by the group/organisation to be considered ‘fit for purpose’ to lease County Council assets.
- Financial viability of the transfer
- Experience of, and/or commitment to, partnership working
- The appropriate skills, knowledge and expertise in managing the asset and associated project
- Clearly defined structures, roles and responsibilities
- Clear decision-making processes
- All legislation and regulatory controls are in place
- Aims and objectives
- Indication of your expected deliverables across a time frame
- Local community support including local need etc
The County Council may decide to withdraw this opportunity at any time and will not be held liable or responsible for any costs incurred by bidders in this process. All discussions and negotiations will be Subject to Contract and subject to the County Council's governance process and formal approval.
All information provided by WSCC as part of this process is for guidance only and should not be relied upon as the basis for any financial modelling or business planning.
Applicants are advised to carry out their own due diligence, are recommended to seek independent legal advice and carry out a condition survey of the property where appropriate.