Purpose

To
seek cabinet approval for re-tendering a new 5 year contract that exceeds the
£500K threshold. The new contract must be in place by September 1, 2025.

Decision

(a)  That
the procurement procedure be approved.

 

(b)  That
authority to award the contract be delegated to the Cabinet Member for Place,
in consultation with the Executive Director of Place Services.

 

(c)  That
the contract service hours be reduced by one hour per day, closing daily at
midnight.

 

Reason for the decision

 

Dorset Council was publicly committed to funding ground-level pedestrian
access for the foreseeable future, including during the current
administration's term. The proposal aimed to address staff welfare concerns and
reduce budgetary pressures whilst maintaining an essential pedestrian access.