Purpose

This report covers two separate decision points in relation to the procurement and appointment of a professional services provider to assist with the assessment and management of works required for the External Cyclical and Redecoration Works for Council Housing residential property known as Lonsdale House - Tranche 2 - Lot 16 in Table 1 below.

1. Strategy Stage – The decision to commence the procurement activity which will allow the tender documents to be published, and;

2. Award Stage – The decision to award and sign the contract.

Decision

The Executive Director AGREE to:

1. Approve the award of the call-off contract for the delivery of Multi-Disciplinary Professional Services to AtkinsRealis PPS Limited (Company No. No: 02236832), in the total sum of £180,505.00 (One Hundred and Eighty Thousand, Five Hundred and Five Pounds), exclusive of VAT for a period of 12 months.
2. Delegate Authority to the Director of Housing Management to approve additional project costs that may be required for unforeseen works or services up to the maximum amount set out in the exempt from publication (Part B) appendix.