Expression of Interest (EOI) - LC318

 Shepparton Regional Saleyards - Commercial Lease

Council is seeking an open Expression of Interest (“EOI”) under section 115 of the Local Government Act 2020 (Vic) from interested parties to enter into a long term Commercial Lease Agreement to manage the day to day operations of the Shepparton Regional Saleyards.

Council proposes that the Saleyards Commercial Lease be for a term of ten years (10 years), with two additional terms of ten years (10 years), with an expectation that the operator (lessee) will conduct the day-to-day management of the business commencing 1 January 2025.

Council is seeking EOI's from businesses to lease the Saleyards on the basis of satisfactory commercial rent, with an alternative of a remuneration based around a mix of rent, profit share and a willingness to invest in existing and new infrastructure. The aim is to ensure the Saleyards remains a viable livestock selling facility, which will maintain and reinforce Greater Shepparton as a major regional stock selling complex. Council is also willing to consider any other alternative proposals.

EOI's can only be lodged online. Please note Greater Shepparton City Council no longer accepts hardcopy. Please submit all EOI's through the TenderSearch website.

It is Council’s policy not to accept EOI's after the specified closing time.

Council will not accept any EOI's by facsimile, or by e-mail.

 INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST:

• LC318 - Shepparton Regional Saleyards - Commercial Lease - is an Expression of Interest.
• EOI Schedules 1- 3 must be completed in order for the EOI to be evaluated.
• All EOI's must be submitted via this online portal; EOI's made through any other means will not be accepted or considered.
• Late EOI's in any format will not be accepted. If you are midway through your EOI and the clock hits 4:00pm your EOI will not be accepted, and you will be unable to continue.
• You are encouraged to upload your EOI early to avoid missing out.
• We recommend you access a good quality network/internet connection. Greater Shepparton City Council is not responsible for your internet connection quality.
• All communications regarding the EOI must be via the online forum. If you have any questions or require assistance, you must lodge an online query through the QUESTIONS tab no later than five (5) days prior to tender close.
• For information on Council's Procurement Policy, refer to http://greatershepparton.com.au/assets/files/documents/governance/meetings/2019/05/Procurement_Policy_13.POL1_.pdf

Collection Notice

Greater Shepparton City Council manages your personal information in accordance with its Privacy Policy and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic). Your personal information is collected to communicate with you and process your submission. It is disclosed to relevant Council staff for submission evaluation. If you do not provide the requested information the evaluation of your submission may be delayed. To gain access to your personal information please contact the contracts and procurement team on 5832 9700.

You must allow sufficient time to upload your submission prior to the 4pm deadline. We suggest you familiarise yourself with the online form and uploading options via the RESPONSE tab.