Lease of the Bruce Rock Cafe

⁠⁠⁠Overview

The Shire of Bruce Rock invites suitably qualified, experienced and innovative individuals, partnerships, companies and organisations to submit a tender for the lease and operation of the Bruce Rock Café, located at 48 Johnson Street, Bruce Rock, Western Australia.

The Shire is seeking an operator who can deliver a welcoming, high-quality hospitality experience while operating a financially sustainable business that contributes to the economic, social and tourism objectives of the Bruce Rock community. The successful Tenderer will enter into a five (5) year Commercial Lease with the Shire of Bruce Rock and will be responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of the café.

About

Council recognises the café as a significant community asset and is committed to securing an operator who will maintain high standards of service, presentation and professionalism while supporting the continued growth and vibrancy of Bruce Rock.

This tender presents an opportunity to operate a café in one of the Wheatbelt's welcoming regional communities. The Bruce Rock Café occupies a highly visible location within the town's commercial precinct and provides an opportunity to establish a business that services:

• Local residents
• Farming families
• Travelling contractors
• Government agencies
• Tourists
• Caravan and camping visitors
• Sporting groups
• Community organisations
• Regional events

Council welcomes proposals that demonstrate innovation while maintaining the café as a high-quality food and beverage venue. Tenderers are encouraged to identify opportunities that will increase visitation, strengthen the local economy and enhance the customer experience.

Objectives

Through this Request for Tender, Council aims to:

• Secure an experienced hospitality operator
• Encourage investment within Bruce Rock
• Increase visitor expenditure within the district
• Promote local employment opportunities
• Support tourism growth
• Encourage the use of local suppliers where practicable
• Deliver excellent customer service
• Maintain an attractive and active town centre
• Provide a welcoming meeting place for residents and visitors
• Maximise the long-term success of the café

Council is seeking a long-term partnership with an operator who shares these objectives.

Scope

The scope includes:

• Lease and operation of the Bruce Rock Café at 48 Johnson Street, Bruce Rock, Western Australia
• Day-to-day management and operation of the café
• Delivery of a welcoming, high-quality hospitality experience
• Operation of a financially sustainable business

Contract Terms and Conditions

• Property: Bruce Rock Café
• Address: 48 Johnson Street, Bruce Rock WA 6418
• Lease Term: Five (5) Years
• Commencement: By mutual agreement
• Rent Reviews: Annual CPI adjustment
• Public Liability Insurance: Minimum $20 million
• Building Insurance: Provided by Council
• Utilities: Tenant responsibility

The successful Tenderer will enter into a formal Commercial Lease approved by the Shire of Bruce Rock.

Contractor Requirements

Council will assess submissions on the basis of overall value rather than rental offered alone. The evaluation process will consider:

• Hospitality experience
• Financial capability
• Business proposal
• Customer service
• Community benefit
• Local economic benefit
• Sustainability initiatives
• Commercial return

Site Inspection

• Format: Property inspection by appointment

Instructions to Tenderers

The Request for Tender has been prepared to ensure an open, transparent and equitable procurement process. Council reserves the right to:

• Accept any Tender
• Reject any Tender
• Reject all Tenders
• Negotiate with one or more Tenderers
• Seek clarification of any submission
• Discontinue the Tender process at any time

The highest rental offer will not necessarily be accepted.

Tender Timetable:

• Tender Opens: 8.00 am (AWST), Friday 31 July 2026
• Property Inspection: By appointment
• Evaluation Period: September 2026
• Council Consideration: September 2026
• Lease Commencement: By agreement

The Shire reserves the right to amend the above timetable if required. Tenders are to be submitted electronically to vanessa.ward@brucerock.wa.gov.au.

Tenderers must not contact Councillors or other Shire staff regarding this Tender unless authorised by the Chief Executive Officer.

Location

• Facility: Bruce Rock Café
• Address: 48 Johnson Street, Bruce Rock WA 6418
• Map: View on Google Maps

Enquiries

All enquiries regarding this Tender shall be directed to:

• Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Bruce Rock
• 54 Johnson Street, Bruce Rock WA 6418
• Telephone: (08) 9061 1377
• Email: vanessa.ward@brucerock.wa.gov.au or admin@brucerock.wa.gov.au