Meole Brace Golf Course Management Services

Shropshire Council is seeking a contractor for the management and operation of golf services and the golf shop at Meole Brace Golf Course under solicitation DMNV 034. The contract spans four years and four months, beginning April 1, 2027, and ending July 31, 2031, with an estimated total value of 360,000 GBP including VAT. The successful provider will be responsible for customer-facing services, golf bookings, shop management, income collection, and the promotion of golf participation, while the Council retains responsibility for grounds maintenance. The award will be based on a weighted evaluation of 60 percent quality and 40 percent price, with quality scores focusing on operational management and growth development. The contractor must adhere to strict operational standards, including weekly course inspections and compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Mandatory insurance requirements include Public and Employers Liability coverage with a minimum indemnity limit of 5,000,000 GBP per claim. Tenders must be submitted via the Delta portal by December 4, 2026, and must include a completed Tender Response document, pricing schedule, and various certifications, including a conflict of interest declaration and a modern slavery statement. This opportunity is noted as particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises.