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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MADE FOR THIS ITEM:
 
None
 

RESOLVED:
 
That Cabinet:
 
1.   
Approved, pursuant to Contract Standing Orders 2.01(b), the
commencement of a tendering process for a construction works
contractor to deliver the Phase 2a new hub building within Down
Lane Park.

Reasons for decision:

The appointment of a
Principal Contractor to take over the design and build of the
project from RIBA Stage 4 was required for Phase 2a, the
construction of a new community hub building as part of the Down
Lane Park Improvement Scheme, which was being delivered as part of
the wider Tottenham Hale regeneration programme.
 
This project would
comprehensively upgrade Down Lane Park as a core component of the
broader Tottenham Hale regeneration programme, while also
addressing current challenges and issues such as anti?social
behaviour. It would deliver a new vision for the park, providing a
high?quality central green space at Tottenham Hale that catered for
the future requirements of all residents and visitors.
 
Phase 2a, as part of
the wider scheme, would replace the existing Voluntary and
Community Sector (VCS) offer currently housed in the Pavilion
building, which was being demolished to make way for new sports
courts in Phase 3. A purpose?built new community hub and parks
depot building would be located on the former Parks Depot site and
would also include a new entrance into the hub from Park View
Road.
 
It was proposed to
procure a contractor on a single?stage design?and?build form of
contract using the London Construction Programme General Framework
or DPS. Soft?market engagement had been undertaken to gauge
interest and availability within the market, and positive feedback
had been received regarding the proposed approach.
 

Alternative options considered:
 
Do nothing – The
Council could have chosen not to tender the scheme. However, part
of the works was funded by Section 106 contributions from
surrounding developments, and not progressing would have placed
this funding at risk.
 
In?house delivery
– This was not feasible as the Council did not have the
capacity, specialist expertise or qualifications required to
deliver this service.
Invite open tenders
via Contracts Finder – This option would have resulted in a
protracted tender period and delayed project delivery.
 
Use an alternative
public?sector DPS – This would not have complied with
Contract Standing Order 8.02, given that the LCP Framework or DPS
had already been deemed suitable for the requirements.