Watford Borough Council – Procurement of a Leisure Operator

“The team provided expert advice and current market insight at every step of the way, including the development of clear strategic priorities, an innovative service specification and a procurement strategy which secured engagement from bidders despite a highly competitive and busy market. Their professional but supportive and friendly approach means that they’re easy to work with, accessible and extremely reliable.

The result was outstanding, exceeding all expectations – revenue savings of over £10M over the term of the contract, reduced risk to the Council and a new robust and innovative specification which extends the reach and impact of the service. We couldn’t have asked for more from SLC and would highly recommend them to anybody looking for procurement support.”

Slough Borough Council – Procurement of a Leisure Operator

“SLC were an absolute pleasure to work with. Expert advice with a supportive and friendly approach – we couldn’t have asked for more. Toby and the team worked tirelessly to help achieve an exceptional result for Slough, their knowledge and expertise was invaluable. We would highly recommend SLC to anybody looking for procurement support and look forward to working with them again in the future.”

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils – Leisure Facilities Strategy and Leisure, Sport & Physical Activity Strategy

“This is the second time that our joint Councils have engaged SLC to undertake a major piece of work for us which is testament in itself. SLC bring such a personal and bespoke approach to their work and you genuinely feel they are working with you rather than for you.

Many consultants just produce a piece of work for you whereas Duncan and his team ensure they really get to understand your requirements and work with you to achieve your objective. In times when we do not have the internal resources and expertise their approach feels like a temporary extension of your own resources which results in a more personal outcome.”

North Kesteven District Council – Cultural Feasibility Study

“Firstly may I offer my thanks and commend SLC for the feasibility study, this is truly a valuable resource and provides excellent information to enable the Council to take informed future decisions.”

Westway Trust – Procurement of a Leisure Operator

“SLC provided initial procurement project insight as part of our wider review of our sports strategy and enabled us to gain sign off from our Trustees to progress with the partnering of our sports provision. The additional procurement work performed by SLC to assist us in procuring our operating partner was instrumental and has helped to shape the future of our sports under the Westway. Overall, we are very grateful for the advice and continued support and look forward to working with SLC again in the future.”

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead – Leisure Regeneration Support

“I don’t think you’ll regret using SLC. My personal view, is that compared to another consultancy the Council have used on leisure matters, they are head and shoulders above them in terms of market knowledge and reporting.”

Worcester City Council – Procurement of a Leisure Operator

“The Cabinet were extremely pleased with the outcome of the procurement exercise, and Officers and I want to record our appreciation of the hard work of your team in helping to achieve such an excellent outcome.”