Main clubroom interior in poor condition Carpet & flooring very worn Furniture outdated and in poor state of repair Poor roof and sound insulation

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1 Project Plan

2 Main clubroom interior in poor condition Carpet & flooring very worn Furniture outdated and in poor state of repair Poor roof and sound insulation Low quality, inefficient lighting Main gas water heating system broken using expensive immersion heater instead Bar till software not able to meet current & future requirements Small screen main TV with failing picture quality Poor internal signage to promote bar promotions

3 Club unable to attract regular bookings for parties, events, skittles, darts etc. New members put off by unattractive interior & furnishings Energy costs very high and exceed 1,000 per month in winter. Environmental impact higher than normal Rugby sport club feel has been lost which affects players morale Unable to run till based promotions and offer members only discounts Limited support from members when live sports events are promoted Difficult to implement increases in membership fees or drinks prices without creating complaints No private space for committee & other meetings

4 1. Create a better clubhouse environment with a sports bar atmosphere for the benefit of playing and social members 2. Reduce annual overheads by 10% and reduce existing environmental impact by improving energy efficiency 3. Increase annual revenue from bookings for non-rugby events and functions by 50% 4. Increase revenue from bar by 20% and improve cash flow through more effective promotions and incentives 5. Grow the number of paid members by 15% within a year of project completion

5 1. Draw up specification of works required 2. Obtain quotations for works 3. Produce total project cost estimate 4. Apply for funding and appeal for sponsors / donations 5. Organise working party to clear existing material 6. Install new equipment 7. Promote new facilities to members, local businesses and community

6 Main clubroom: New wood effect laminate / vinyl floor to replace worn out carpet (matching panels over existing skittle alley) New carpet tiles to players lounge area New high level bar tables with matching stools New lounge seating with coffee tables New dining tables & chairs

7 Bar Area: Upgrade EPOS system to include pre-pay and loyalty card facility New vinyl flooring / tiles to front of bar New anti-slip matting to rear of bar over existing ceramic tiles New cladding over bar front and sides New blackboard style signage above front & rear of bar Upgrade Wifi to offer free access to members

8 Heating, Electrical, Lighting & Insulation: Add fibreglass insulation to roof void to recommended depth of 200mm Replace faulty gas boiler with new model and associated thermostatic controls Replace existing lighting with low voltage / LED down-lighters & spotlights Replace faulty widescreen TV Add more smaller TV monitors

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10 Area Item Supplier Cost estimate Bar New EPOS & Loyalty card software Core Techs / MH Systems 1, Anti-slip matting to rear of bar area BiGDUG Ltd Main clubroom Replacement flooring to bar & lounge areas Impress Interiors 6, New tables, chairs & lounge seating Pubstuff Ltd. 5, Replacement low voltage / LED lighting & wiring Impress Interiors 4, Heating / hot water New boiler & thermostatic controls D. Gimson Plumbing 1, Roof void Additional 200mm insulation to 3.50 sqm Impress Interiors Total project estimate 19, , Total estimated cost 23,469.20

11 Sponsorship from existing club sponsors on specific equipment (e.g. loyalty cards, signage & furniture) Donations from present and past vice presidents & members In kind discounts from selected suppliers RFU Social spaces matched funding RFU interest free loan or small business loan from Nat-West bank As a CASC the club can apply gift aid tax relief to any qualifying donations

12 Increase in volume and value of clubhouse hire for functions Increase in bar turnover Improved cash flow Increase in membership renewals Increase in new member sign ups Reduced overhead & maintenance costs Improved loyalty from players and supporters Increased support from local businesses and community groups Pulls club volunteers together and gives something tangible to work together on

13 Activity March 13 April 13 May 13 June 13 July 13 Submit funding application Finalise Budget Detailed action plan Allocate resources Rugby Force clear out clubhouse Commence refit Complete works Advertise new facility

14 By making the improvements outlined in this project we forecast that the initial investment will pay for itself within the first 12 months and generate ROI of 106%. Additional financial benefits will be gained from increases in event bookings, admin cost reduction and cash flow improvement. Profit growth Current Projected Notes Annual turnover 110, ,000 20% increase in turnover Average gross profit margin 48% 55% 7% increase in GM Annual gross profit 52,800 72,600 Cost reduction Annual energy overheads 9,950 8,955 10% reduction in costs Refurbishment project investment cost 19,558 Additional year 1 profit generated 20,795 ROI year 1 106%