Decision

RESOLVED that A contract in the sum of £587,296.19 be
awarded to Highview Group Ltd. (company number 10349320) “subject to contract and leaseholder
consultation”. The contractor will be engaged using the JCT
Intermediate Building Contract (2024) with Contractor’s
Design, and the Council’s standard Schedule of
Amendments.

Reasons for the decision

Undertake
essential fire safety works, that will address risks and hazards
identified in the Fire Risk Assessment and ensure residents can
live safely in their homes. External and communal repairs will also
be undertaken as part of this project, including replacement of
stairwell balustrade, electrical & decoration works. These
works are necessary to ensure the Council meets its obligations to
maintain the block and comply with statutory requirements. They
will also contribute to reducing future maintenance needs and
improve thermal efficiency. Highview Group Ltd submitted the most
advantageous tender

Alternative options considered

Do nothing: Withdrawing the
work would result in continued deterioration of the building. While
ongoing maintenance would still be required, key fire safety
recommendations would remain unaddressed, exposing the Council to
potential legal non-compliance with statutory obligations,
including:
 
·        
Landlord
and Tenant Act 1985
·        
Homes
(Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018
·        
Housing
Act 2004 (HHSRS)
·        
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
·        
Building
Safety Act 2022
·        
Fire
Safety (England) Regulations 2022
·        
Decent
Homes Standard
 
Partial or Reduced
Scope: Undertaking works in phases risks non-compliance with
health and safety legislation and increases overall costs due to
site set ups, welfare, other contractor prelims, and management
costs. A full package of works offers greater cost
efficiency.