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Initial Meeting

An initial complimentary meeting at our base in the UK will ascertain the clients’ requirements and expectations. If possible the client should provide site details, plans and other relevant information on the location. If this is not possible, two of SLD’s consultants will visit the client’s chosen site(s) and advise on the suitability of each proposed area. The fee for this visit will be calculated at the hourly rate plus expenses.

As we offer a totally flexible service, clients are able to choose sections of the consultancy package which most suit their needs. Our aim is to ensure that clients construct and operate their karting venues to maximise long-term profitability. We can offer specific advice on each phase of the project if required e.g. (a) complete turnkey solution, (b) circuit design only, (c) operational advice only (d) advice on downstream activities, and (e) on long-term strategy and venue development.

After the initial meeting (either in the UK or at the client's venue) SLD will propose a consultancy fee for stage 1 of the project to cover phases 1 to 5. Subject to the client’s acceptance of the fee and SLD’s acceptance of the quality of plans and data provided, a feasibility study will be undertaken which will include:

Phase 1 — Site Evaluation (visit to proposed site)

Visit by up to four SLD consultants to the chosen site to assess its suitability for the construction of an outdoor kart circuit and infrastructure, either for a venue purely for rental and tourist use (600m), a national competition circuit (1000m), or a 1200m CIK approved international circuit suitable for multi use e.g. international competition, national competition, tourist, arrive and drive, and children. A survey will be undertaken by SLD’s consultants taking account of the geographical and topological criteria of the chosen site.

Phase 2 — Design of Circuit and Facilities

Using the survey information from site plans supplied by the client, a draft design of the new venue and facilities is drawn up utilising a CAD programme. The design will be based on the Buckmore Park model but will take account of the site's dimensions and local conditions. All CIK circuit designs must be approved by the CIK and part of the consultancy that we offer includes direct liaison with the CIK. We ensure that the circuit design complies with the most up-to-date CIK criteria. Please note that CIK approval is not required for circuits that do not wish to promote competition karting events and that are purely commercial, rental and tourist circuits. It should be recognised that the SLD Consultancy Group expertise lies with the operation and design of karting circuits and the supply of karting equipment. Any building design and construction will require a professional international quantity surveyor and a team of professional architects with local knowledge. All construction costs including the production of plans are the responsibility of the client. The SLD Consultancy Group will provide expert advice and backup from a UK based design/construction team. Additional site visits may be required as requested by the client.

Phase 3 — Target Audience Feasibility Study

A feasibility study will be undertaken in conjunction with the client to analyse the estimated usage level of the facility. This will allow the client who has local knowledge and understands the local economic criteria and potential customer base to draw up a suitable business plan and cashflow forecast.

Phase 4 — Specifying Major Personnel Requirements

SLD consultants will draw up the job specifications for the recruitment of key circuit personnel including a circuit manager, marketing manager, kart workshop manager and chief mechanic. These personnel are instrumental in the development of the circuit and its facilities and need to be in employment at the end of stage 2 of the project.

Phase 5 — Specifying and Selection of Equipment Required

The feasibility study will include projections on the volume of operational equipment required, based on the scope of the project. The SLD Consultancy Group will use their expertise to procure the most suitable karts and equipment at the most competitive price.

The study will also include advice on the most effective procurement of a computer timing lap scoring system, score board, back-office circuit management system, website and online booking system, suitable drivers clothing, and the most advanced kart maintenance equipment.

After successful completion of stage 1, SLD Consultancy Group will levy an hourly charge for its services as listed under Consultancy Costs later in this proposal.