We provide a comprehensive consulting
service for sports and leisure projects:
1. Strategy & Feasibility
For big decisions, you need a partner that has the
ability to support you for the whole journey. Whether you are
considering building a new facility or want to change the way you
deliver your service, our feasibility studies give you peace of
mind on the best approach to adopt.
We will test everything with you to ensure you
are fully informed as to the viability of your project. This will
include an assessment of demand and supply, stakeholder
consultation, cost estimates, risks, and funding availability.
Contact: Tom
Pinnington, tom.pinnington@capita.co.uk
, T: 07747 007053
They were not afraid to challenge some of our opinions – as advisors they tell you what you need to know, not what they think you might want to hear
Steve Brailey, Chief Executive, Sheffield International
Venues
2. Procurement
Our procurement support encompasses leisure management
contracts, Public Private Partnerships, theatres, libraries,
cultural facilities and golf courses.
We manage procurement projects on behalf of
local authorities, trusts and Primary Care Trusts throughout the
procurement journey from the initial visioning exercise to contract
close.
Contact: Simon
Molden: simon.molden@capita.co.uk,
T: 07825 226922
We have been on the other side of the table to Capita Symonds on three separate occasions where they were advising the local authority in relation to leisure contract procurement. They are very professional consultants - fair and equitable to both parties.
Tim Hewett, Business Development Director, DC
Leisure
3. Business Planning & Economic
Appraisal
Our Facility
Business Planning model allows us to develop detailed,
programme-based income, expenditure and throughput projections for
all types of leisure and culture facilities.
At a simpler level, our Benchmark Model, which
allows the development of high-level financial projections for a
range of facility options, is utilised in our early-stage
feasibility work. We help you prepare a realistic operating
business plan for your facility or service.
In addition, the team is able to deliver a
range of financial appraisal reviews, which utilise techniques such
as payback period, net present value and triple-bottom-line
assessment.
Contact: Mike
Piet, mike.piet@capita.co.uk T: 07889
989806
4. Funding
We have helped secure over £50m of capital and
revenue funding for a range of sports and leisure developments from
a number of funding agencies. Members of our team have previously
worked in senior roles within lottery funding organisations, giving
us an in-depth knowledge of the processes and criteria of the major
funders. This insight has been used to great effect to maximise the
chances of success of our clients’ projects.
Contact: Chris
Marriott, chris.marriott@capita.co.uk
T: 07824 868515
Capita Symonds was able to respond to our needs at very short notice and support the production of a detailed Diploma capital application within two weeks’ notice. Their support helped us successfully secure £3.9m of grant funding in a highly competitive process.
Jacky Forster, Warrington 14-19
Partnership (Orford Park Diploma Centre Funding
Application)
5. Event & Venue Delivery
The breadth of expertise within Capita Symonds
across feasibility, business planning, cost management, project
management, design, funding and health and safety uniquely
positions us to provide a holistic approach to your project.
Our feasibility work has included a study of
the benefits of Scotland bidding to host the 2015 Rugby World Cup,
London hosting the 2014 European Swimming Championships and
supporting the Olympic Delivery Authority in relation to the Games
Time Training Venues.
Contact: Simon
Molden, simon.molden@capita.co.uk T:
07825 226922
Capita Symonds undertook a thorough and structured feasibility for the 2015 RWC which will allow partners to take objective decisions regarding the benefit and cost of bidding for and hosting a major sporting event. A very professional and detailed piece of work
Paul Bush, Chief
Operating Officer - Event Scotland