The extra 12
containers for String Bean Alley have been eagerly awaited and EOIs
(Expressions of Interest) are now open.
A number of
traders have already expressed interest in getting a roller door although the competition
will be tough particularly as the opportunity to participate has been spread
beyond current market traders. The new trading places in SBA have been
advertised broadly on social media.
Perhaps the best advice to traders is to
carefully read the Trader Information Pack (click to access). The overarching
vision for String Bean Alley is for a community of stallholders that will
provide products and services that:
• Are locally designed, sourced and
produced;
• Are customised, bespoke and/or
personalised elements to the product offer or service;
• Are a specialist range with a stand
out point of difference; and
• Have an interesting story behind the
product, brand and/or service.
The Trader Information Pack goes into
more detail about what those ingredients mean and ticking as many boxes as
possible will assist your application. Remember to think outside the square. If
you can come up with something special, something that is likely to excite
customers, and add a new element to QVM’s overall offer, you increase your
chances of success.
It may also be a good idea to talk to
current SBA Traders, check out the current container facilities, and actually
draw up plans of how things might look in your proposal. SBA Trader Greg Smith
can be contacted in Container 2 or on 0406222020 if you need trader assistance.