Issue - meetings

This item includes appendices that contain exempt information. Discussion of the appendices will require passing the proposed resolution at the end of the agenda to exclude members of the public and press.

1.    To note that Appendix 1 is not for publication on the basis that it contains information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information) as set out in paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended).

2.    Approve the procurement strategy to undertake a procurement exercise, using the competitive flexible procedure for a borough-wide responsive repairs service, in compliance with the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023, Procurement Regulations 2024, and the Council’s own Contract Standing Orders (CSOs).

3.    Approve that the Executive Director of Finance and Corporate Services, in consultation with the Assistant Director of Legal Services and the Assistant Director of Repairs be authorised to enter into agreements as necessary to bring the decisions in this procurement strategy into effect.

Councillor Frances Umeh (Cabinet Member for Housing and Homelessness) introduced the report that sought approval for the Council to procure Borough-wide responsive repairs contracts for the Housing service. She said the decision was a significant step on the long-term improvement journey and would mean an enhanced service for all residents.

Councillor Adronie Alford raised concerns about potential over-reliance on a small number of contractors. Grant Deg (Director of Legal Services) said he would discuss this issue with Councillor Alford after the meeting.

RESOLVED

1.    Cabinet noted that Appendix 1 is not for publication on the basis that it contains information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information) as set out in paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended).

2.    Cabinet approved the procurement strategy to undertake a procurement exercise, using the competitive flexible procedure for a borough-wide responsive repairs service, in compliance with the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023, Procurement Regulations 2024, and the Council’s own Contract Standing Orders (CSOs).

3.    Cabinet approved that the Executive Director of Finance and Corporate Services, in consultation with the Assistant Director of Legal Services and the Assistant Director of Repairs be authorised to enter into agreements as necessary to bring the decisions in this procurement strategy into effect.