Purpose

Report outlining the business case to retender
Exeter City Councils Tree Management contract at the end of the
existing contract term.

Content

Agreed:
 
RECOMMENDED
that Council:-
 
(1) Authorises Council officers
to proceed with the procurement process to appoint a contractor to
provide a new tree maintenance and inspection service in accordance
with the proposals set out in the report, using an open tender
process for the procurement of a single supplier; and
(2) grant delegated authority
to the Interim Director Community Services in consultation with the
Strategic Director for Corporate Resources to confirm the award and
appoint a contract following the procurement process.
 
Reason for Decision: As set
out in the report.