How to win: HDC Leisure and Active Wellbeing Contract

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Full details and documents: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sesharedservices/aspx/ProjectManage/39110 Horsham District Council intends to commence a formal procurement process for a new leisure operating contract and is undertaking a Preliminary Market Engagement exercise. The current contract with Places Leisure is due to expire in November 2027 and includes the following facilities: - Pavilions in the Park - The Bridge Leisure Centre - Billingshurst Leisure Centre - Steyning Leisure Centre In preparation for the procurement of a new contract, the Council adopted a new Active Wellbeing Strategy in March 2026. This new policy document sets out the Council's ambition to shift from a conventional leisure model, focused primarily on traditional facilities and activities, towards a broader Active Wellbeing service. One which continues to meet the needs of those already active and engaged but which also focuses on less active populations in support of wider health and social outcomes. The procurement of a new leisure operating contract represents a key opportunity to align the role of the operator with the Council's strategic ambitions, ensuring that future service delivery actively contr

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