To extend the current visitor economy services contract with Visit Kent for a further 24 months to March 2020, at a value of £280,000 per annum, supplemented with an extra £30,000 per annum for support for externally funded projects.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 29/01/2018
Decision due: Not before 27th Apr 2018 by Leader and Cabinet Member for Health Reform
Reason: In order that the proposed decision can be published for a minimum of 28 days, in accordance with statutory requirements
Lead member: Leader and Cabinet Member for Health Reform
Lead director: Barbara Cooper
Contact: David Smith, Director of Economic Development 03000 417176 Email: david.smith2@kent.gov.uk Tel: 0774 389 4252.
Consultees
The proposed decision was considered and endorsed by the Growth, Economic Development and Communities Cabinet Committee at its meeting on 7 March 2018.
Financial implications: The value of the County Council’s contract with Visit Kent for the period April 2018 to March 2020 is £280,000. This comprises the core contract (at £280,000 per annum), plus an extra £30,000 for support for externally funded projects
Legal implications: The new contract is extendable under the terms of the current contract with Visit Kent for a period of up to 36 months. A 12 month extension was awarded to Visit Kent for the period 2017-18 ( Decision 17/0009).
Equalities implications: The new contract with Visit Kent will contain provisions for ensuring that the County Council’s equalities and diversities policies are adhered to. Visit Kent’s own equalities and diversities standards are consistent with those of the County Council.