Decision

RESOLVED
that a contract be awarded in the final sum of
£396,194.1 to Highview Group Ltd. (Company Number 10349320)
“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 work to resolve the
problems the blocks have had with water ingress and ensure
compliance with Part B and L of the Building Regulations. The work
will contribute to reducing future maintenance needs and improve
thermal efficiency. Highview 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.