Purpose

Bristol City Council wishes to appoint a
Concessionaire for the provision of Environmental Enforcement
services by suitably experienced and qualified provider of
environmental enforcement services with a proven track record of
delivering on-the-spot Fixed Penalty Notices
(“FPN’s”). There is a current Concessions
Contract in place expiring on 2nd February 2024.

Content

To award the contract for an environmental
enforcement concession for a period of four years to 3GS (UK)
Limited, with the contract commencing on 3 February 2024.

Alternative options considered

Option 1 - Doing Nothing: If no action is
taken, the momentum and behavioural changes towards cleaner streets
achieved by the first two contracts would be lost. This inaction
would also miss the opportunity to further impact street
cleanliness.
Option 2 - Expanding the BCC In-House Enforcement Team:
Establishing a comparable in-house service to external contractors
would cost approximately £730,365 annually. This includes
substantial recurring expenses for digital infrastructure. For BCC
to see a return on this investment, its performance must
consistently exceed that of the two existing contracts. The primary
goal is to change public behaviour, leading to reduced
environmental crime, evidenced by fewer Fixed Penalty Notices
(FPNs) and reduced income, which would mean these costs would need
to be covered by the local authority.
Option 3 - Procuring a Concession Arrangement with a Third-Party
Organisation: Engaging an external enforcement company could
increase enforcement in Bristol. Additional revenues generated
would contribute to environmental improvements, as seen in the
previous contracts. This is the recommended option.