Nautilus Arts Centre - Ground Floor Commercial Premises Tenancy
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The City of Port Lincoln invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the lease of the commercial premises located on the ground floor of the Nautilus Arts Centre at 64 Tasman Terrace, Port Lincoln. Scope The scope includes: Lease of approximately 66.5 square metres of ground floor tenancy space within the Nautilus Arts Centre Premises currently fitted for café-style operations A prominent waterfront location along Tasman Terrace and the foreshore area, popular with both community members and visitors Information Requested Through the EOI process, Council is seeking proposals that outline a clear business concept and demonstrate how the tenancy will provide a welcoming and engaging space for the community and visitors. Expression of Interest Form [PDF 1.45MB] How to Apply Submissions must be received no later than 5pm on Tuesday, 17 November 2026 by email to: matthew.dunn@plcc.sa.gov.au. Enquiries Further enquiries, including property viewing requests, can be directed to Council by email to matthew.dunn@plcc.sa.gov.au or phone 8621 2300.
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