Organisations wanting to take over running a popular outdoor activity organiser have just over two weeks to get their bids in.
East Sussex County Council approved putting Buzz Active up for sale last Monday, saying it hoped a private operator could run it more cheaply because they would have “more flexibility” over pay.
Today, it set a deadline of Monday, November 25 to apply.
Buzz Active runs outdoor adventure and water sports activities across three sites – Eastbourne Seafront, Bushy Wood in Hailsham, and Cuckmere Haven.
Cllr Bob Standley, lead member for education, said: “Although not a service that the county council has a statutory duty to deliver, we absolutely recognise the positive contribution Buzz Active makes to the residents of East Sussex and their health and wellbeing.
“While the significant financial pressures we face makes it difficult to continue to support Buzz Active in the way we would like to, we are determined to find a way to protect this valuable service which attracts around 20,000 visits every year.
“I would encourage those with an interest in running the service and maximising the opportunities it can offer to get in touch and find out more.”
More information and information packs can be requested by emailing CSPlanning.andPerformance@eastsussex.gov.uk.
