Decision

RESOLVED that the service recommends the award of a contract
in the final sum of £468,459.96 to Borras Construction Ltd.
(Company Number 01520021) “subject to contract and leasehold
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, identified as, cavity wall
insulation, balcony repairs/waterproofing 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. Boras
Construction 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 duplicated site set up, welfare,
contractor prelims, and management costs. A full package offers
greater cost efficiency.