Expression of interest - Westvale Park neighbourhood hall

Pages in Expression of interest - Westvale Park neighbourhood hall

  1. 1. About the expression of interest and the site
  2. 2. About the building
  3. 3. How to submit your expression of interest
  4. 4. You are here: Next steps
  5. 5. Frequently asked questions

4. Next steps

We will review expressions of interest, and the highest scoring applicants will be invited to submit their five-year business plan for Westvale Park neighbourhood hall. They may also be asked to present their proposal to a panel and answer any questions.

The timetable below shows an outline of the process and its expected timings:

Item Date
Expressions of interest in lease opens 3 February 2025
Online introduction and presentation by the Council Date to be confirmed depending on level of interest
Opportunities for 1-2-1 conversations with the Council and interested operators w/c 10, 17 and 24 February 2025
Site visit to Westvale Park neighbourhood hall Date to be confirmed depending on level of interest
Expression of interest process closes 9 March 2025
Panel shortlisting by the Council 10 – 21 March 2025
Conversations with organisations over video conference, if required w/c 10 and 17 March 2025
Organisations invited to submit a business plan March 2025 (6 weeks)
Panel interviews with shortlisted organisations Late April 2025
Successful applicant to enter into lease negotiation May 2025
Fit out and opening Summer 2025